FRAM FCF8791A Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter

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Product Features

• Filters up to 98% of road dust and road pollen dramatically improving in-vehicle air quality
• Periodic replacing of cabin air filter improves air intake air flow used in heating and air conditioning systems
• Packs twice the ability to deodorize common odors drawn from outside sources compared to filters not treated with carbon and baking soda
• Removes the reoccurring musty smell that can develop in air conditioning and heating systems
• Installs quickly and easily in most cars in minutes with minimal, or even no tools, depending on car model

Product Details

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• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0010DW5ZO
• Item model number: FCF8791A
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,018 in Automotive (See Top 100 in Automotive)
  • #28 in Automotive > Replacement Parts > Filters > Air Filters & Accessories > Passenger Compartment Air Filters
  • #28 in Automotive > Replacement Parts > Engine Cooling & Climate Control > Air Conditioning

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

The FRAM Fresh Breeze cabin air filter is an easy to install air filter that both filters and deodorizes the air drawn into your vehicle, as well as improves available airflow critical to the efficient workings of air conditioning and heating systems. Designed utilizing the first of its kind mix of active carbon and baking soda woven into the fibers of the filter, it has the ability to remove up to 98% of contaminants that drivers, passengers and vehicle air ducts are exposed to, while also providing twice the protection against commonly occurring odors than other cabin air filters.

Active carbon and baking soda in filter for better in-vehicle air quality and flow. View larger.

What is a Cabin Air Filter?

Not nearly as well-known as familiar oil and standard air filters, many drivers may never even have heard of a cabin air filter. Usually located either inside the passenger compartment near the glove compartment, or under the hood near the windshield, they are used to filter air drawn into your car from the outside for the comfort of passengers, as well as for use by air conditioning and heating systems. They are designed to minimize particles both large and small, as well as allergens and other contaminants and are used in approximately 80% of the vehicles built since the 2000 model year. It is recommended that they be replaced on either an annual basis, or every 15,000 miles. Like any other automotive filter, neglecting to do this can lead to possible risks to your vehicle and/or passengers, in this case including impeded performance of your heating or air conditioning systems by limiting the flow of fresh clean air used by those systems, as well as possible corrosion inside the system and musty or even noxious air vented throughout the vehicle.

Removes up to 98% of road dust, pollen and other contaminants, as well as most common odors. View larger.

Unique Carbon/Baking Powder Technology

The FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter utilizes a unique technology that combines the natural filtering properties of activated carbon and the renowned deodorizing properties of Arm & Hammer baking soda. Infused together within the filter's folds this allows for the removal of 98% of road dust and road pollen* that your vehicle's air circulation system takes in. In addition, this combination also allows for superior protection against odors drawn from outside sources, providing twice the ability to deodorize common odors compared to filters not treated with carbon and baking soda.

Key Features

• Premium Efficiency - Filters 98% of road dust and road pollen dramatically improving in-vehicle air quality*
• Improved Air Flow - Periodic replacing of cabin air filters improves air intake air flow used in heating and air conditioning systems
• Odor Absorption - The FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter packs twice the ability to deodorize common odors drawn from outside sources compared to filters not treated with carbon and baking soda
• Fresh Essence - The FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter removes the reoccurring musty smell that can develop in air conditioning and heating systems
• Easy to Install - Installs quickly and easily in most cars in minutes with minimal, or even no tools, depending on car model

Warranty

FRAM filters are warranted against defects in design, materials and workmanship. New vehicle warranties remain in effect when FRAM filters are installed according to directions on FRAM filter packaging and replaced at least as often as vehicle manufacturer's recommended change intervals.

About FRAM

Today FRAM is known as America's number one oil filter brand, and the FRAM team continues to manufacture and market a variety of quality oil, air and fuel filters, as well as many automotive accessories such as PCV valves, crankcase filters and transmission modulators.

*Road dust and pollen particles ranging in size from 5-100 microns.

Product Description

Outside air flowing through the vehicle's ventilation system can expose passengers to road dust and pollen. FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filters can filter 98% of these contaminants (particles ranging from 5-100 microns). Each FRAM Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter contains Arm & Hammer backing soda and carbon which are embedded into the filter to absorb odors and freshen the air.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Description should state that it comes as a package of 2, September 15, 2008

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K. Hendriksma (Grand Rapids, MI) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: FRAM FCF8791A Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter (Misc.)

I had ordered two of these thinking they were sold each but ended up getting two pairs of filters. The description stated nothing about being sold in pairs. I had to return one pair. Other than that, they seem to be a good filter.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Fit!, October 22, 2010

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Terry Huber "Texas Buckaroo" (San Angelo, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: FRAM FCF8791A Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter (Misc.)

These two filters are an exact replacement for my 2001 Chevy Silverado 2500HD. This was my first time to replace them myself; I'd always had the oil change and lube folks do this. However, those folks are now charging $29.95 for this! So, I was thinking I'd do this myself and save money.

This task was NOT as easy as I anticipated. If you do this, DO NOT remove the far left screw that holds the silencer cover; just loosen it enough so the cover will drop down out of your way. You do need to remove the other two screws which hold this cover (one near the center and one over on the right). I made the mistake of removing all 3 screws! After struggling with that left screw for about 15 minutes to reinstall it, I stopped and went into the house and searched the Internet for help. I found a Chevy truck blog site where someone had written about this "left screw" problem. Reading that blog made me realize I should have educated myself first before I attempted what at first glance appeared to be a simple change-the-cabin-filters-in-my-truck task. Oh well, you live and learn! Incidentally, it took me almost 2 hours just to reinstall that one screw! Hey, the good news is I'll know next time and now you know too!

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Filter, August 25, 2009

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John Monaly (Austin, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: FRAM FCF8791A Fresh Breeze Cabin Air Filter (Misc.)

Purchased the filter kit to replace the existing filters in my Chevy Tahoe. The filter has better filtration media than the stock ones and the baking soda did indeed get rid of the musty smell I normally get after a good rain.

Like previous reviewer stated - there are two filters in this kit and your truck/suv will need both. Amazon's description should clearly state that there are two filters in this package so that you don't end up buying two boxes of filters.