OEM cabin air filter thread with links and pics. Premium OEM vs. regular OEM.

[bbhaag]

I will preface this by saying yes I know you can buy cheap non OEM filters off Amazon. This thread is not about that. This thread is about OEM Motorcraft cabin air filters.

So today I replaced the cabin air filter in my 2022 Maverick with around 18K miles(29K km). I purchased two filters. One was the stock OEM filter that came in the vehicle(FP-100-A)the second filter is Fords premium cabin air filter called micronAir proTect(FPP-89). This filter is a direct replacement for those looking for the fabled Refresh95 cabin air filter.

For those wanting a premium cabin air filter for there Maverick I hope this thread is helpful. I will post links to each filter for those interested. The links are to Fords official parts website but if you punch the numbers into a place like Rock Auto they will be cheaper.

Links here:
FP-100-A regular cabin air filer
FPP-89 premium micronAir proTect cabin air filter

Side by side box comparison of the regular filter on the left and the premium filter on the right.

Unboxed picture of each filter side by side.

Side by side comparison for size reference.

The regular OEM filter weighed in at just 3.7 ounces(105 grams).

The premium filter weighed in at exactly 10 ounces(283 grams). I was really surprised by the difference.

Here is a picture of the premium cabin filter fitting just fine into the Maverick. The lid closed fine I just left it open for the pic.

Bonus pic! Maverick filter sitting on top of a Mach-E filter. They use the exact same filter!

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[Tim d]

I will preface this by saying yes I know you can buy cheap non OEM filters off Amazon. This thread is not about that. This thread is about OEM Motorcraft cabin air filters.

So today I replaced the cabin air filter in my 2022 Maverick with around 18K miles(29K km). I purchased two filters. One was the stock OEM filter that came in the vehicle(FP-100-A)the second filter is Fords premium cabin air filter called micronAir proTect(FPP-89). This filter is a direct replacement for those looking for the fabled Refresh95 cabin air filter.

For those wanting a premium cabin air filter for there Maverick I hope this thread is helpful. I will post links to each filter for those interested. The links are to Fords official parts website but if you punch the numbers into a place like Rock Auto they will be cheaper.

Links here:
FP-100-A regular cabin air filer
FPP-89 premium micronAir proTect cabin air filter

Side by side box comparison of the regular filter on the left and the premium filter on the right.

Unboxed picture of each filter side by side.

Side by side comparison for size reference.

The regular OEM filter weighed in at just 3.7 ounces(105 grams).

The premium filter weighed in at exactly 10 ounces(283 grams). I was really surprised by the difference.

Here is a picture of the premium cabin filter fitting just fine into the Maverick. The lid closed fine I just left it open for the pic.

Bonus pic! Maverick filter sitting on top of a Mach-E filter. They use the exact same filter!

Any idea if these cabin filters protect the blower motor? If not mine will be thrown out and not replaced since I drive with the windows down in my truck sometimes.

 

[Mike1597]

I wonder how much more this filter restricts the air flow than the OEM filter.

A word of caution, when I replaced my cabin filter, somehow, I managed to break off the left lock tab when removing the filter cover.

 

[tciotti2003]

And since I'm an old fart, which means most of my vehicles never had an in cabin filter, I've ended up removing and not replacing them..I clean my vehicles weekly including the interior, and have never noticed the difference..thoughts?

 

[Tim d]

And since I'm an old fart, which means most of my vehicles never had an in cabin filter, I've ended up removing and not replacing them..I clean my vehicles weekly including the interior, and have never noticed the difference..thoughts?

Agreed ive been driving almost 50 years without a " cabin" filter. I think it's a money grab.

 

[Zotman]

judging by the appearance of my filters after 12 months they are definitely removing crud from the incoming air. In a previous C-Max the engine air filter at 30,000 miles was noticeably cleaner than the cabin air filter at 12,000.

 

[Tim d]

judging by the appearance of my filters after 12 months they are definitely removing crud from the incoming air. In a previous C-Max the engine air filter at 30,000 miles was noticeably cleaner than the cabin air filter at 12,000.

But do you ever drive with your windows down?

 

[Meeka]

And since I'm an old fart, which means most of my vehicles never had an in cabin filter, I've ended up removing and not replacing them..I clean my vehicles weekly including the interior, and have never noticed the difference..thoughts?

Old fart my ass. I’ve had many cars and trucks since starting to ‘legally’ drive in late 60’s. never heard of a cabin filter till my wife bought a 2020 Honda. Now my Mav has one. I’ve always driven with driver’s side window open, winter, spring, summer, fall. All the way summer, not so much winter. I’ll wait till my truck’s a year old then check the filter. Already checked it out how to get to it , easy thanks to the instructions from the members here!

 

[Vickram]

Old fart my ass. I’ve had many cars and trucks since starting to ‘legally’ drive in late 60’s. never heard of a cabin filter till my wife bought a 2020 Honda. Now my Mav has one. I’ve always driven with driver’s side window open, winter, spring, summer, fall. All the way summer, not so much winter. I’ll wait till my truck’s a year old then check the filter. Already checked it out how to get to it , easy thanks to the instructions from the members here!

Meeka Enough about cabin filters . Tell us more about your fur baby ( Pictured ) he/she is beautiful .

 

[icegradner]

Agreed ive been driving almost 50 years without a " cabin" filter. I think it's a money grab.

The idea is to keep fine particulates out of the blower motor, which can kill it, not to mention clean the air coming into the cabin. I just vacuum mine and they last longer.

 

[Tim d]

The idea is to keep fine particulates out of the blower motor, which can kill it, not to mention clean the air coming into the cabin. I just vacuum mine and they last longer.

I get that but I have a 53 year old antique with the original blower motor that works fine. What do they make blower motors out of now,paper mache? Lol

 

[icegradner]

I get that but I have a 53 year old antique with the original blower motor that works fine. What do they make blower motors out of now,paper mache? Lol

Yup, cheap plastic, just like everything else. If you want an expensive fix, let your blower motor go, they have to take out the entire dash. Like oil changes, filters are cheap, and most dealers include it in the price of an oil change away.

 

[Tim d]

Yup, cheap plastic, just like everything else. If you want an expensive fix, let your blower motor go, they have to take out the entire dash.

Ug. " progress".

 

[Camdak]

Meeka Enough about cabin filters . Tell us more about your fur baby ( Pictured ) he/she is beautiful .

Mom is a pug, dad is an American Eskimo. Love the fact she’s got dad’s nose and longer legs. Now back to our regular programming! (Still eats like a Pug tho).

 

[rlhdweman]

I replaced mine at 15K, it was dirty, the only time my window is down, is grabbing food at the drive thru or making a bank deposit.

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