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Old May 20, 2011 | 05:24 PM
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Cabin Filter w/Carbon (Auto A/C) - Is Aftermarket OK?

I'm in need of a cabin filter and I was wondering where I can get a cheap one with Carbon activated? I have an 07 MCS and I refuse to pay the dealer $90 to replace it.

Any suggestions to get one?
 
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Old May 20, 2011 | 06:15 PM
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Pick quantity you want

...but in general around $45 per, including shipping, for the factory part.

http://motors.shop.ebay.com/prestige...911.m270.l1313
 
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Old May 21, 2011 | 12:32 AM
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It's just a cabin filter - I use aftermarket carbon activated with no issues. Did the same on my previous car for many years.
 
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Old May 21, 2011 | 06:12 AM
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Is Activated Charcoal the same as Carbon activated?

Such as this?
http://www.amazon.com/Mann-Filter-CU...l_mb_hu_m_3_dp
 
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Old May 21, 2011 | 06:14 AM
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Originally Posted by doubledown808
Is Activated Charcoal the same as Carbon activated?

Such as this?
http://www.amazon.com/Mann-Filter-CU...l_mb_hu_m_3_dp
My understanding is yes they are the same.
 
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Old May 21, 2011 | 12:25 PM
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They have some cheap ones on eBay from Japan.
 
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Old May 21, 2011 | 05:48 PM
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Where is the cabin filter located?
 
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Old May 21, 2011 | 10:02 PM
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Where is the cabin filter located?
Passenger footwell under the glove box. There are several youtube videos on how to replace - really simple job.
 
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Old May 22, 2011 | 07:42 AM
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Thank you.
 
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Old May 22, 2011 | 01:55 PM
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Anyone use these Japan ones?
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-...Q5fAccessories
 
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Old May 23, 2011 | 02:42 PM
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The MANN CUK 4436 filter should be 100% identical to the BMW-supplied one.

In fact if you look closely, next to the BMW part number you will see the MANN logo and CUK 4436 part number (on the original).
 
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