fishbone Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 ^Not ALL 05s. Some have the kit, others don't. Mine has the filter removal kit so I don't have to take half the dash apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molal24 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 ^Not ALL 05s. Some have the kit, others don't. Mine has the filter removal kit so I don't have to take half the dash apart. How would you know if you have the kit? Can you check by VIN or do you simply open it up and see what you get? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Open the glove box, is there a cloth flap in the back along with 3 screws in a triangle pattern. If you don't have it, you will need to pull the dash apart. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molal24 Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Open the glove box, is there a cloth flap in the back along with 3 screws in a triangle pattern. If you don't have it, you will need to pull the dash apart. Good looking out! I'll be checking that out tonight when I leave work. Crossing my fingers that I see a cloth flap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepthrills Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 So do all early 05's have to have the dash ripped every time the filter is changed? or does the dealer retrofit kit address that?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legacy_y_tu Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Thanks Opie for this info! I'm gonna order a couple from Rock auto. Guys, I'd definitely replace these regularly. I skipped mine for a while and my HVAC fan burnt out. The service tech said the filter was so jammed with junk that the motor burnt out from either trying to suck stuff through or cause debris gunked up the motor.... don't know if that's true or not. Anyway the motor was screeching like there was a stick or something jammed in the fan.... Luckily I've had the kit installed so this'll be easy. I feel bad for those who never had the kit installed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
legacy_y_tu Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 So do all early 05's have to have the dash ripped every time the filter is changed? or does the dealer retrofit kit address that?? The kit fixes tearing the dash apart. Subaru sent out a message a ways back to current owners stating that they'd add this kit for little to no cost to eliminate the hassle of replacing this filter. If yours was never installed I'd ask a Subaru dealer about it to see if you could still take advantage of that service campaign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I don't know why you guys buy those filters. Just go to Target and buy the Absorber filter media kit. It is two filters, one regular and one activated charcoal. They are flat so they are easy to cut. The filter kit cost $10. You can cut out 6 sets per filter kit. The activated charcoal helps reduce smells in the car. I change mine every 3 months since that is how long the activated charcoal is good for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ehsnils Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 Luckily I've had the kit installed so this'll be easy. I feel bad for those who never had the kit installed. Any pics of that kit installed so we can see what it looks like? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scotty Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=827852&postcount=2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 http://www.legacygt.com/forums/showpost.php?p=827852&postcount=2 Geez. I didn't know you could remove the entire carrier. I struggled to remove just the filter for about 30 minutes leaving the carrier partially ejected. *sigh* I love pictures that show the whole story. Next time it looks like my filter change will be a lot easier! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepthrills Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I can get the carrier partway out (about an inch)...could you slip a filter in through that space? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterJMC Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 I can get the carrier partway out (about an inch)...could you slip a filter in through that space? That's exactly what I did. I pulled the tray out about an inch and slid the old one out and slid the new one back. You have to fold the filter a bit and wrestle it back in the tray. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepthrills Posted January 2, 2009 Share Posted January 2, 2009 i guess the retrofit kit allows the whole tray to come out?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molal24 Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 I'll find out tomorrow if I have that new kit in my car. If not, I'm gonna call Subaru and see if they'll do it for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepthrills Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 spoke to the service department at the stealership...they want 100 bucks labor plus the 139 for the retrofitkit. yikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Molal24 Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 WOOHOO! Went out into the cold about 20 minutes ago and after undoing about 6-7 screws found that I indeed did have the retrofit kit in my car. Silly thing was that there is no filter in it...And I did kind of break the tray a bit but what the hell, no biggy. Called AutoZone and they want 28 bucks for a BOSCH.... Murray's wants 20 for the Beck/Arnley And Advance Auto Parts wants 30 for the Purolator. I'm thinking Murray's? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeepthrills Posted January 3, 2009 Share Posted January 3, 2009 so did i miss it...or has anyone posted pics of what the 2 different trays look like? Side by side maybe? I think i have the tray..just need filter..but i am not sure...and none of the stealerships have it in stock...special order..as in not returnable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimakf7 Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 $3.47 for the Purolator! I hope it goes through... I ordered 2... [ame=http://www.amazon.com/Purolator-C35576-Cabin-Air-Filter/dp/B000E93GEE/ref=pd_ybh_4?pf_rd_p=280800601&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_t=1501&pf_rd_i=ybh&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0DM956PMYH58PDVJA3JR]Amazon.com: Purolator C35576 Cabin Air Filter: Automotive[/ame] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outahere Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 $3.47 for the Purolator! I hope it goes through... I ordered 2... http://www.amazon.com/Purolator-C35576-Cabin-Air-Filter/dp/B000E93GEE/ref=pd_ybh_4?pf_rd_p=280800601&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_t=1501&pf_rd_i=ybh&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0DM956PMYH58PDVJA3JR wrong part number Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultimakf7 Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 wrong part number ****! thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vkchu Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 I don't know why you guys buy those filters. Just go to Target and buy the Absorber filter media kit. It is two filters, one regular and one activated charcoal. They are flat so they are easy to cut. The filter kit cost $10. You can cut out 6 sets per filter kit. The activated charcoal helps reduce smells in the car. I change mine every 3 months since that is how long the activated charcoal is good for. linky? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whatisit Posted March 8, 2009 Share Posted March 8, 2009 linky? its on page 2 of this post..... http://www.webproducts.com/stores/w/webproducts/catalog/wabsrbr-300.jpg http://www.webproducts.com/Detail.bok?no=46 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ Wolf Posted April 23, 2009 Share Posted April 23, 2009 I picked up the Wix - 24875 at my local napa today for $18.89 + Tax today. +1 that it looks to be idential to OEM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mendozer Posted June 18, 2009 Share Posted June 18, 2009 I have been searching through the different posts and this one is the one that best suits my question. I'm going for my 48000 check-up and it says to inspect/replace (if necessary) the cabin air filter. When I went to the dealer, the service person told me that on 05 LGT the cabin air filter was an accesory. My questions; 1) is he correct? 2) if he's correct, how do i check to see if I have one? 3) if he's not how can I check whether or not it needs to be replaced (I'm going to assume I have to go through the step by step stated at the beginning of this thread ) Thanks for the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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