Still having problem finding the exact location of the ''cabin air filter'' on my 1996 Honda Odyssey LX. Help !
A 1996 Honda Odyssey is not equipped with a cabin air filter. If I was looking for a restriction in the cabin air, the first place I would look is on the inlet side of the A/C condensor. ALL cabin air travels through the A/C condensor ALL of the time. (The heater core only sees air when the temp door is not directing the air around it and always after it has been through the condensor first.) I have seen gunk as hard as concrete clogging the condensor just from layers of dirt that collects on the wet coils then dries.
Testimonial: "Dear dttech, Thanks for the tip on the possible blockage on the inlet side of the AC condensor. Makes alot of sense and I will check there tonight. Is is difficult to access that area and how can I clean it once I get to it. Do I have to completely remove the condensor ? Thanks again for your help."
I'm not really sure how to gain access on your particular vehicle without having the thing in front of me to look at it. On several vehicles, I have had really good luck removing the blower motor. Removing the blower resistor has also been helpful on some models. Use these holes to spray a little water in there to wet it down and use some compressed air to knock the gunk off of the condensor. It is not usually necessary to remove the condensor itself to get some airflow back into the car, but that is ultimately the best way if you want to do a really good job. I don't use any chemicals or tools on the condensor either way...just water and compressed air.
I just read my own writing....I have been saying A/C condensor.....it should read EVAPORATOR didn't mean to cause any confusion...just had a brain fart!! ;)
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I'd be surprised to see a cabin air filter on a 96 Odyssey, however if it does have one, it will be located behind the glove box. When you buy some aftermarket (specifically carquest) cabin filters they will actually give you a sheet with step by step instructions on replacement. Keep in mind most hondas use two elements for the cabin air filter. So when purchasing the filter make sure you get everything you need.
I THINK THE FILTER IS AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD
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Nope . . . I'm not sure. Several people have told me that the reason for the noise and vibration in the fan is due to restricted air flow to the fan. So, I opened the fan box while the fan was running to look for debris and the vibration stopped.There was no debris inside or wobble to the fan shaft, etc. and the fan was whisper quiet. When I sealed it back up, the vibration resumed. There seemed to be a tremendous amount of suction pressure within the box suggesting that there was some kind of obstruction in line somewhere. Stumped !
are u sure it has one?
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