Toyota RAV4 (2019-2024): Cabin Air Filter Change. Air Flow Direction. Should Arrow Point UP Or DOWN?

In this video, we will show how to properly replace Cabin Air Filter in the 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2024 Toyota RAV4.
We will show in which direction the air flows in the RAV4 and how the filter should be installed.
We will also go over the arrows on the OEM and aftermarket filters and where they point, and how all this relates to the airflow.
How Often Should You Replace Your Cabin Air Filter?
The general rule is 15K to 30K miles. It depends on the environment you drive in, the quality of the air filter, etc. You should visually inspect the air filter at least once every year. If you have any issues with the airflow, odours, or excessive dust in the vehicle, it is definitely time to replace it.
OEM Cabin Air Filter Part Number: 87139-0R030.
OEM Charcoal Cabin Air Filter Part Number: 87139-58010.
PRODUCT LINKS:
1. CF12157 Premium Cabin Air Filter With Activated Carbon Compatible with LEXUS ES350, TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, RAV4, PRIUS, CAMRY, COROLLA:
- Amazon USA - amzn.to/3RxIqmH.
- Amazon Canada - amzn.to/3RB0497.
2. Fram Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter with Arm & Hammer Baking Soda, CF12157:
- Amazon USA - amzn.to/3GFxFtC.
- Amazon Canada - amzn.to/3NnmUzZ.
3. K&N Cabin Air Filter: Premium, Washable, VF2054:
- Amazon USA - amzn.to/3MvjFXG.
- Amazon Canada - amzn.to/41fjy6m.
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PRODUCT LINKS: 1. CF12157 Premium Cabin Air Filter With Activated Carbon Compatible with LEXUS ES350, TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, RAV4, PRIUS, CAMRY, COROLLA: - Amazon USA - amzn.to/3RxIqmH. - Amazon Canada - amzn.to/3RB0497. 2. Fram Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter with Arm & Hammer Baking Soda, CF12157: - Amazon USA - amzn.to/3GFxFtC. - Amazon Canada - amzn.to/3NnmUzZ. 3. K&N Cabin Air Filter: Premium, Washable, VF2054: - Amazon USA - amzn.to/3MvjFXG. - Amazon Canada - amzn.to/41fjy6m. Watch How To Do The Oil Change In The Hybrid RAV4 - kzbin.info/www/bejne/rYGqgn1slrlnhJo.

[@MarqueeTumbelaka]

You're saving a lot of people showing this trick

[@TheXeroid]

Excellent video. I came upon this one because others were unclear. Your video has cleared up all confusion, thank you.

[@KramNebuer]

THANK YOU SO MUCH! I read the manual twice and box instructions twice and panicked bc my new filter didn’t have an up arrow. Your explanation and leaf test were just what I needed!!

[@beeparadise1742]

Thanks for this tutorial! It helped me figure out the most logical thing-- that the leaf and dirt would be on the in-flow side of the filter :)

[@dpenfold2340]

Good job explaining air flow direction versus UP arrow indicator. The leaf was a nice touch.

[@correcthoarsebatterystaple]

Good video. And most (maybe all) cabin filters flow top to bottom to collect debris like dried leaves that enter through the intake.

[@correcthoarsebatterystaple]

@Insignificant Speck Of Dust Toyota air filter = TOP arrow faces up. Other brand FLOW arrow faces down

[@127ly4b]

one of the best, if not the best instructional video On this topic. Thank you!!

[@panplayer]

Super helpful! I’m glad you mentioned the difference with the after market. I was using a new Bosch and was confused. Thanks!

[@jeffbrett8160]

You always have the answers I need for my Rav. Thanks again!!!👍🏻👊🏻

[@nizouTelecom]

Thank you so much. The best explanation ever!

[@autumn1231]

Thank you for this excellent explanation.

[@davidcampbell1899]

Well, I have been installing them in my car for the last 10 years upside down!

[@mollyelliott77]

Great videos! Such good quality instruction!

[@Foxxtrott1100]

Awesome ,, recently ran into this issue with an after market filter. Thank you

[@yevgenskyyakubinets2338]

Thanks, everything is so simple and clear explained. Defenitely my wife can do filter changing after this video. It is like in roborock xiaomi)).

[@angelaly4034]

Soooo well explained and super helpful. THANK YOU

[@cestwhat1317]

Excellent explanation. Very detailed. Thanks.

[@estherfranco3189]

Muchas gracias con este video y con tu ayuda por primera vez te envié el filtro yo sola. Gracias

[@MrLolol123456789]

Very helpful! Thank you

[@madija25]

Nice explained, thank you!

[@jt2quick]

Well done, Brother. You explained that very well. Keep up the great videos. JT

[@afterrecession]

Great vid!

[@zitzik1586]

Thank you ! Really helpful

[@BB-bh2dk]

Спасибо!

[@AM-cf4xv]

Thanks!

[@MorozovAutomotive]

Appreciate it. Thank you for supporting our channel!

[@yammy071]

Well done, good video

[@batbawls]

Big help!

[@DD-mz4lr]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@dominiqueroberge9205]

I bought a Bosch filter and the manual says the arrow of the filter should show towards the airflow not with the airflow...

[@제임스-s6q]

Good~~~

[@pantelissideris9108]

Perfect description but I have a question if you could help me. there's an other type of filter ontop of that plastic filter rack, it's kind decomposed and comes in pieces down , I cannot find it a spare in the market

[@1Jomarcel]

Thanks God they don't put arrow up on home ac filter .

[@feeshermann726]

Does this filter fit the 2023 RAV4 Hybrid XLE models? Thanks for the excellent video.

[@MorozovAutomotive]

Thank you for your feedback! Yes, it does fit the 2023 RAV4 Hybrid XLE.

[@feeshermann726]

Thank you very much!

[@TolgaDag-nk5wg]

I replaced my cabin air filter today. There was pieces of carbon pieces when I inserted the new filter inside. I shaked the filter off to get remaining pieces off will it cause issues with ac system ?

[@paguyo6826]

Hi, is it the same as hybrid version?

[@MorozovAutomotive]

Yes, in fact this is the hybrid in the video.

[@Tafka25]

I cleaned the filter myself in fairy water. car mileage 12700km, not miles.

[@Abdullah_VI]

Hey my air filter doesn’t have an airflow arrow, how do I make sure I inserted it correctly

[@MorozovAutomotive]

If your cabin air filter does not have arrows or air flow direction most likely it is a basic filter and can be installed either way. The ones with different media layers require you to install it a certain way: Why You Should Not Install Cabin Air Filter Upside Down? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6CQaoJ3erR4rJo.

[@Abdullah_VI]

@@MorozovAutomotive Thanks man, I think you’re right, it’s a cheap one I bought

[@Dhanukakw]

Carbon side up or down??( air flow is from top to bottom)

[@MorozovAutomotive]

Normally, the carbon side should be on the bottom of the cabin air filter. You should follow the air flow arrows on the filter. They should point down. Here is another video explaining the process: Why You Should Not Install Cabin Air Filter Upside Down? - kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6CQaoJ3erR4rJo.

[@Tafka25]

what happens if you spray the filter with perfume or put some good smelly thing in the drawer with the filter? Has anyone tried it?

[@HolstenSA]

What will happen if i put it wrong?

[@MorozovAutomotive]

If you put the air filter in wrong, it will clog up sooner and won't provide proper filtration. Cabin air filters consist of different layers filtering different size particles. The top layers catch larger particles and bottom ones catch smaller ones. If you install it upside down, it will clog up much faster.

[@gummybear41283]

i'm still confused :o(

[@brendahernandez1542]

The Toyota Dealership wants to charge me $80 USD to replace the cabin air filter. Lol

[@roylaflesh295]

Lmao😂. Takes 2 minutes

[@MichaelDimaggio-h7x]

That’s not too bad

[@anthonyiannone7618]

100% correct , leave it to the automotive engineers to label everything up when air flow is down!!

[@7983usmc]

Outstanding! You explain things extremely well!

[@devilsadvocate2656]

A useful vid. My RAV4 is brand spanking with 3 years servicing thrown in so it'll be a while until I need to look into this... the vid I am waiting for (although I note that your RAV4 already has one) is how to install a 3rd party powered rear tailgate. In my case, I couldn't justify the extra $6k to purchase the higher model with that feature.

[@滴滴滴-m2o]

best explanation in KZbin about air filters replacement

[@estherfranco3189]

Best explanation in KZbin about cabin air filter replacement. Thank you for your help.

[@nightowl7261]

It got so confusing for me after going through various youtube videos and online forum. Eventually in the end, I decided to just put it in the "Airflow ⬇️."

[@markGibby]

thanks, I had it backwards.. I wrote on the plastic for air flow for next time.

[@douglascalvin18]

Great video! Very helpful to understand the airflow!

[@allskoolguru]

genius thanks man

[@shericantor1031]

Great explanation- I replaced the filter in my Corolla in about 2 min! Thanks for this video!

[@peter072888]

Thank you for the airflow example and demonstration helped out lot 🙏

[@Dodo-zp8in]

Very well explained thank you

[@TheDarkdanik]

Thank you brother much appreciated

[@reneguatemala8697]

Thanks

[@chhinchhoeuy3358]

Thanks

[@helenkoether3605]

Thanks for your very thorough explanation. I watched 2 videos before and couldn’t understand how to change the filter until I watched your video.

[@joeburch9515]

Very clever - thank you so much for sharing. I had the same question and did not think of using a leaf to figure it out =- God Bless!

[@pa2k582]

most useful one！show the real key point, the airflow

[@montebello04]

Very useful video, thanks! From experience, if I see a filter in this state, I also wipe the plastic holder, since it's likely to have some dust on it. Hoppe it helps.

[@christopherwarsh]

Like I’ve said… years later these videos will definitely gain traction :)

[@evangelstrategies]

My friend, thank you for clarifying this so nicely for a non-mechanic like me!!! I Honestly, I was confused but I'm now a smarter non-mechanic just because of you. I'm sure I'm not the only one who can now make sense about "who's up and who's down" on this silly cabin filter thingamajig. Halleluyah!

[@weebeast07]

Dude great explanation, thanks

[@Sethmanma]

Great video! I bought an AC Delco CF3314. Seems like it needs to be turned 90 degrees in order to fit. So, the filters folds will be at a 90 degree difference from the OEM filter. Can you see any issue with that?

[@MorozovAutomotive]

The orientation should not be a problem. Make sure to follow the airflow recommendation on the filter. If the airflow is not observed, the air filter efficiency will be reduced.

[@krazziejrboi]

Thank you

[@michaellao7264]

Great vid 👍

[@MrAtesz24]

Very good overview!

[@blondyManny]

Nice video boss, i will try a dry leaf tomorrow to know exactly the air flow✌

[@jorgeberenguerpr]

Great explanation about the airflow! Thanks for taking the time to share the knowledge through your videos!

[@pacu7102]

What if the aftermarket filter I bought just has an arrow? It doesn’t say UP or Airflow

[@MorozovAutomotive]

If it is an aftermarket air filter, most likely the arrow means the air flow.

[@josiahj91]

Is it normal to hear a whistling after changing it? I just did this in mine and it’s whistling

[@MorozovAutomotive]

No, there should not be any whistling noises. You need to check if the air filter and the housing were properly installed.

[@eduardr4536]

How often is the change recommended?

[@MorozovAutomotive]

The general rule is 15K to 30K miles. It depends on the environment you drive in, quality of the air filter, etc. I would visually check it at least once every year. If you have any issues with the air flow, odours or excessive dust in the vehicle, it is definitely time to replace it.

[@C-MO31]

Great video. Thank you for sharing!!

[@eduardr4536]

@@MorozovAutomotive thanks for tip!

[@masterofnone1808]

Nice to see you got it right. Too bad it's made in China but thumbs up anyway. 👍

[@katrinegomes5959]

@@MorozovAutomotive thank you so much! Now I know where the bad smells comes sometimes even with the car clean! Was driving me crazy!