There will always be one or in this case 21 people that will have an issue either with the truck and not having a filter or something to do with me. It is what it is......I dont change how I do things or videos that I make just based on a few so I just ignore and keep moving on. I pay more attention and focus my time on people like yourself that can see past everything and understand what the video is about. I appreciate the comment and for you watching.
@@MotorCityMechanic Great videos. My cabin air filter cutout does not line up with glove box so I cannot cut in the filter opening. Now I am stuck with a filter and door. Am I stuck with no filter in my 2014 Ram sport?
Thanks Jim for the great feedback and kind words. I am just glad that people are watching these videos and that they help. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
I’m definitely a sub. Thanks to your videos I’m able to do the 67500 service for around $200 dollars versus $1400 from the dealer. I’m ordering my kit from Geno's. Thanks again!
@@jnsfrahm Your welcome and if you order it....call them on the phone, they are great to talk to mention that I referred you lol. Tell them I said hello. Thanks again Jim for subscribing.
Great job indeed. I was wondering how my truck is ALWAYS dusty inside. Now I know!! I had no idea there was an cabin filter and I looked throughout my user guide several times. I bought a new oil filter and the guy asked in I needed a cabin filter and after a long story...I now know how to do it - and I'm a female! Love my Dodge and my Hemi!!! My cabin filter is cut-out but NO FILTER!!! And the sales guy never told me about this. I know so much more about my truck now and I'm certain I would be a GREAT Dodge sales rep - not that I want to be! Thanks for all you help and I'll be getting that filter in no time!! Keep up the great work!
I just installed this on my 2010 3500. To facilitate using the box-cutter, I first drilled about eight small holes where I needed to go, then just connected up the holes with the cutter. A 15-min job. Thanks for all the tips. (PS: My evaporator, replaced yesterday by a shop after 94k miles, didn't have any mud on the backside like you've shown, but boy was it ever riddled with refrigerant leaks!)
Thank you so much for your profressional and very informative videos. Being in Australia it is hard finding qualified RAM mechanics in my area so really appreciate your efforts.
One of the easiest mods ever! Chrysler uses the same cabin filter door across a ton of vehicle platforms! Once I got the filter in there the clips were nice and tight! Absolutely awesome!
Glad it went well. Its something that can save you money in the end and prevent that evaporator from getting covered in dust/dirt. Thanks for watching this video and make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanicMy 03/2015, would it have the filter or not? Also I don't get heat, a/c is great. Air flow is fine, actuators seem to work properly. Gonna try flushing it several times to see if that helps do you or could you do a video on that?
I did this mod on my 2009 Ram, bought the kit from Genos. They included a catalog and a couple freebies in the box(nice touch) You will definitely notice less dust in the vehicle. Be careful not to drop cut pieces inside. It's a tight fit, you might have to bent it and wiggle it in. I would recommend k&n filter or any reusable filter as they are expensive. Very good video instructions
Ken C Many thanks Ken. That filter can help a lot especially in dusty areas. As you saw....Geno’s is a great company to deal with. They certainly know their stuff. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Thanks --- used a box cutter but had some small pieces fall in, had to remove blower motor to make sure all pieces were out. So be careful. Heating up the box cutter sounds like a great idea. It was very easy to remove the blower motor -remove 1 panel and 3screws and it comes right out. Thanks for the video.
I too have some break off and then had to remove the blower motor. I want to try the heated blade or a soldering iron when the flat cutting tip installed to see if it helps more. Thanks for the added info Ryan and make sure to subscribe and keep watching!
Thank you, Thank you! I had checked a couple of other sites and of course no help! You informed me that I indeed did not have a door to install the filter I wanted to change! Great job, and thank you again!
Yeah, I've been so busy lately that I forgot that this is something I wanted to do... So, since I have a 2010 3500, and you are "The Man", well, not "THEE" Man, but, definitely one of them, here I go... Thanks for the How to Videos, Hope the Family is doing well !!!!!
My 2012 3500 started leaking freon in 2021 at about 60,000 miles. It was 1200 bucks to fix. Now sometimes, it smells like freon just when you turn the AC on.. Sometimes not. But after spending 1200 bucks, I'm not real happy. Thanks for this video showing how to put in the filter. I wonder why Dodge built the opening but decided to not install a cheap filter. At least we have videos like this!!!
I never understood why the cut out was there but not used. None the less.....call Geno's and order you one. Make sure to mention that David the Motorcity Mechanic sent you. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe
My cousin, a friend and I done this back in 2012 to a '10 1500, '11 3500 and a '12 2500. The friend got the doors from the dealer and the filters came from one of the chain auto parts stores. If I remember correctly it was the filter for a 2010 dodge caliber that we used. everything fit perfect but my only complaint was the reduced airflow from the vents even with the filter in the correct flow direction. I wasn't that much of a drop but it was noticeable compared to no filter.
Luckily you dont have the 2007 body style mega cab....air flow sucks! We have learned that you can piece the kit together if need be. Its still god to find a place that offers it as a complete kit. It certainly will save the evaporator from getting clogged out the outside due to dust/dirt building up on the wet evaporator. I try to sale them to all the work trucks that come in that have the nice dust layer on the interior items so that they dont have to spend more in the future. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe
Thank you, Great Vid. Helped a lot. I thought I was losing my mind trying to get the non-existent filter out. What was dodge thinking. Saved them how much a truck and upset a lot of customers.
Awesome vid. I couldn't wait to order a kit via the mail so I cut out a piece of filter (8"X8") from a large home HVAC filter that I purchased at HomeDepot. Installed it and put two strips of Duct tape across the door opening making sure to seal it around the edges well. Works just fine.
It does take time. Now you wont have to worry about debris getting to the evaporator. Thanks for the comment and for watching Corey. Make sure to subscribe!
Just wanted to say that I have watched several of your video's and I want to say thanks for your time and effort. I have a 2015 ram 1500 and you do an excellent job explaining you video's very easy to follow and to the point. Thanks again.
I'm gonna start off with a NEW blade and see how it goes. Good video. Thanks. I really thought a 2014 Ram 1500 Laramie would have had a cabin filter. SMH.
Thank you for sharing, The soldering gun looks to big to get in to do the job and way to hot. I modified a Weller (pencil type) soldering iron tip to except a modified #11 Ex-ado blade and made a easy perfect cutout without any loose derby getting down into the fan. I cut down a new larger cabin filter I had left over from a car I sold on my band saw. Size 7.25" X 8" and about .75" thick. I used duct tape instead of the $18 leaky front plate with the easy to brake off plastic latches. Duck tape was designed for air ducks and a 9" strip seals tightly.
Fyi, the mopar filter kit comes with a crappie filter. I ordered a much better filter (Purolator Boss) at the same time I ordered the kit. Was happy I did.
*eye brows rise* Ran out to my 2014 RAM (bought used) on lunch hour. No air filter. Thanks MotorCity Mechanic. I'm going to do this up soon. In the mean time, I'm going to shake my fist at FCA.
Appreciate ya keeping this video up. 👍 Quick question - how to determine correct install if filter lacks an arrow? Most filters on Amazon no longer have an arrow (in 2023). My used 2011 RAM 2500 didn’t have a cabin filter installed so followed your instructions and saved $70 labor at Dealership. 🥳🎉💰
I was going to get this kit for my 2017 and low and behold it has the door and filter already installed.... for once Dodge Engineers did something right my last one had nothing and dust was a nightmare
Yeah they started adding them about 1 year ago as far as I could see. Glad they caught up with the times and used what was technically already on the truck.....just not cut out. Glad you checked first! Thanks for the info and for watching. Make sure to subscribe
cool not to far out .... I find that the right top corner is a bit of a pain to cut out as you don't have much room after I done the cut out I found out that there was no filter in the box i'm guessing either Chrysler didn't put one in or the previous owner had it removed by dropping the dash by a mechanic either way I now have a filter in and my air flow is much cleaner thank you so much for your help & videos they are very helpful
Morning, they never cam from the factory with the filter. It appears that the same housing was used on other vehicles but not the truck. Not sure why they didnt find it important especially being that the ability is there. None the less glad to see that it worked for you. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
I was supprized at how easily it was cut out. The hard part was realizing I had to come in from the drivers door or I was at a bad angle to get my hands in the space
Okay everyone. I did this thing with new razors and such. It is not as easy as this video suggests. 1: Wear gloves, I couldn’t tell where I was so I had to take mine off. Got a few cuts from banging around while trying to make the cuts. 2: get a light in there to help you see what you’re doing. My hands and equipment made so many blind spots. 3: it’s not easy to cut through that plastic. The two top corners are reinforced. You’ll want to try to cut perpendicular. The top corners are going to give you some trouble. 4: the filter that comes with the kit is crap. Search and order a good filter before you do this. 5: the cover door does not want to go on easily. Hook the left side then use a tool to push the right side (very important) CLIP in. It is very hard but push on the clip release to get it to latch. 6: you will have to wrestle the filter in if you purchase a good one. 7: okay good luck and once you start you’ll have to finish. 😀. Oh and it took me about an hour and I had to do a lot of contorting. Hope this info helps someone. Please share this because there are a lot of videos on how to do this and I cannot post on all. 😀
Man thats absolulty the best video ive found for dash removal. Clogged Evaporator i never thought of wow what a mess that thing was. Im having heat issues in mu 2010 w/ 6.7 getting ready to pull it apart. This just made me more comfortable attempting it. Question if the evap coil was that bad what did the heater core look like ?
I traded my 2010 Avenger in for a 2014 ram 1500 quad cab after watching this video I did check to see if my truck a/c filter has or has not been changed found out just looking where it's located at it has not been changed before I ordered the kit from Geno's I should be getting it within a week
Cool. Thanks for sending them your business. They are a great company and a great group of people. Thanks as well for watching the video. Make sure to subscribe
Welcome & Thank you for your helpful tips and advice already subscribed....... the funny thing I noticed after ordering the kit from Geno's is they're in Cumming , GA. & I'm in Canton , GA. I could've drove over there to buy the kit but time I pay for gas round trip would be the same as the shipping cost lol
+Joe I actually made a trip to see then last week. Great group of people, I always highly recommend them when possible. I am actually just outside of Augusta Ga so not too far from you as well
Great video. Kinda sucks that RAM did not take this small step to help preserve the life of the AC system. Seems like one way to get repair business for their dealerships.
+Robert Fox The odd thing is that the cabin filter cut out is there and just screaming for a filter and lid. Not sure why it was never made functional. As far as repair business......keep in mind the dealerships are independently owned and Chrysler only makes money on the parts if the evaporator is purchased....otherwise the evaporator can be cleaned and reinstalled. I actually purchased some household evaporator/condenser foam cleaner and repeatedly sprayed in on an evaporator that the customer wanted replaced and it did a fairly good job without taking the dash and hvac box out. If it was mine and it happened.....I would keep using the foam cleaner until majority was gone and install the cabin filter kit. I am glad there is a kit to help stop the issue....but like you, wish it was already done by Chrysler from the beginning. Thanks for the comment and for watching. Make sure to subscribe if you haven't already
One thing to consider is that automobiles have had air-conditioning since 1940 (first offered by Packard, followed in 1941 by Cadillac and the first modern system in 1953 by Chrysler's Airtemp division installed in 1953 Imperial). Cabin air filters are a useful but very new (younger than most millennials, for example). No one complained of premature A/C issues for decades. Certainly the technology for a paper filter in the system existed since the early 1960s I take issue with badmouthing the lack of one today. I appreciate the availability but it is not an absolute necessity. And, yes, my truck and car (2019 Tradesman and 2013 200) have one. My 2001 3500 does not. In 2018 I did change the evaporator not due to clogging but due to leaking. It could still be seen through.
+Chevy ridin81 Awesome. If you call them....let them know you heard from the motorcity mechanic. always helps to get the word out there. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Great video and very well detailed as always. My only question is why would they make a compartment where one would have to literally cut it and replace it with a plate? Seems backwards to a prestigious truck not so?
I really dont have an answer for that......I am like you, if its there then make it usable already. Someone has the answers for sure......just not sure who lol. Thanks for watching and for the question. Make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic So i did everything as mentioned in the video, all good to go now, but was there supposed to be a filter in the compartment or was it supposed to be empty and then i am to place a new filter in there? Thanks!
I purchased this kit a few months ago. It cut pretty easy, but upon turning on the AC today I heard a whistling sound coming from the glove box. When I arrived home the door is not staying attached to the box. The clips are not broken but it doesn't stay clipped.
I do believe that its the same as a Dodge Journey. Visit you local auto parts store and bring in the filter and have them grab a Dodge Journey filter and see if its the same. I believe it will be a match. Unless my memory is failing lol .
I've seen a few of these videos and I assume it's not easy or not worth it to remove the plastic housing that gets cut. Can someone explain why no one takes the plastic housing out so that it is easier to cut the rectangle?
Was told by dodge if my 2016 had no cabin filter and I try to add one the filter will just fall against blower motor because there is nothing under it to stop the filter to hit blower Motor. Please let me know. Dodge wouldn’t do it for me said it would be putting something there that is not set up for it by dodge. Please reply. GreaT video
Great video! I have an '06 Ram 2500 MegaCab (diesel) with terrible A/C performance. Even with the fan on high, all it does is make more noise with very little increase in actual air flow! Wondering if the condenser is clogged like you showed or if there is another fix? I don't want to drop my dash, but I also don't want to take it to a dealer to fix it $$$. Any shops you recommend in So. Cal. to do something like this? Thanks!
Its possible the evaporator is partially clogged. I have a 2007 Megacab and air flow sucks. I havent taken the time to remove the hvac box to see if the evaporator is covered in anything.....too many other items needing done first. I would like to see if there was a change but for now I know your pain.....air flow sucks. I only know one tech and thats Brian from How To Automotive.....he is based out of San Diego. Not sure if thats a job he up for.....its not hard and doesnt take that long. Its worth checking with him if you like to see.
Great video. My only question is, I got the kit form geno's garage and did the things according to your instructions. All seems ok except that the cover does not snap in place, is it suppose to? Thanks for your help.
Why did I put 300,000 miles on a 1977 Chevy half-ton pickup and never once have this problem or need a cabin filter? What is so different about a Dodge Ram’s HVAC design that causes the evaporator to clog up and my Chevy never did? Just curious.
Love the videos, have you had anyone mention that at highway speeds there seems to be an air leak through the cover. I filled their and your directions and the cover click. But at highways speeds a whistle is loud and apparhent.
I havent heard that yet. I have heard the air box cause a noise but not the modification. One way to know for sure is to remove the cover and see if the noise is still there. Cant remember what I found the last time I had a related noise in that area....might have replaced the recirc door housing.
Whoever gave this video a "dislike" obviously doesn't own one of these trucks.... You did a great job.
There will always be one or in this case 21 people that will have an issue either with the truck and not having a filter or something to do with me. It is what it is......I dont change how I do things or videos that I make just based on a few so I just ignore and keep moving on. I pay more attention and focus my time on people like yourself that can see past everything and understand what the video is about. I appreciate the comment and for you watching.
I paid way too much for my truck for FCA to not include a
@@MotorCityMechanic Great videos. My cabin air filter cutout does not line up with glove box so I cannot cut in the filter opening. Now I am stuck with a filter and door. Am I stuck with no filter in my 2014 Ram sport?
Or they are afraid of a little work.
I really appreciate people like you taking the time to help folks work on their own vehicles. THANKS!
Thanks Jim for the great feedback and kind words. I am just glad that people are watching these videos and that they help. Make sure to subscribe if you havent already.
I’m definitely a sub. Thanks to your videos I’m able to do the 67500 service for around $200 dollars versus $1400 from the dealer. I’m ordering my kit from Geno's. Thanks again!
@@jnsfrahm Your welcome and if you order it....call them on the phone, they are great to talk to mention that I referred you lol. Tell them I said hello. Thanks again Jim for subscribing.
Great job indeed. I was wondering how my truck is ALWAYS dusty inside. Now I know!! I had no idea there was an cabin filter and I looked throughout my user guide several times. I bought a new oil filter and the guy asked in I needed a cabin filter and after a long story...I now know how to do it - and I'm a female! Love my Dodge and my Hemi!!! My cabin filter is cut-out but NO FILTER!!! And the sales guy never told me about this. I know so much more about my truck now and I'm certain I would be a GREAT Dodge sales rep - not that I want to be! Thanks for all you help and I'll be getting that filter in no time!! Keep up the great work!
You do an excellent job of explaining the steps, and not skipping over the mundane stuff that isn't mundane to us laymen. Thanks
I just installed this on my 2010 3500. To facilitate using the box-cutter, I first drilled about eight small holes where I needed to go, then just connected up the holes with the cutter. A 15-min job. Thanks for all the tips. (PS: My evaporator, replaced yesterday by a shop after 94k miles, didn't have any mud on the backside like you've shown, but boy was it ever riddled with refrigerant leaks!)
I have found heating the blade up works very well. Just got to be careful with the heat and where you put it while using the blade lol.
Thank you so much for your profressional and very informative videos. Being in Australia it is hard finding qualified RAM mechanics in my area so really appreciate your efforts.
One of the easiest mods ever! Chrysler uses the same cabin filter door across a ton of vehicle platforms! Once I got the filter in there the clips were nice and tight! Absolutely awesome!
Glad it went well. Its something that can save you money in the end and prevent that evaporator from getting covered in dust/dirt. Thanks for watching this video and make sure to subscribe.
MotorCity Mechanic you aren’t kidding! I’m glad I popped it in. The cab already has a different smell to it
@@MotorCityMechanicMy 03/2015, would it have the filter or not? Also I don't get heat, a/c is great. Air flow is fine, actuators seem to work properly. Gonna try flushing it several times to see if that helps do you or could you do a video on that?
I did this mod on my 2009 Ram, bought the kit from Genos. They included a catalog and a couple freebies in the box(nice touch) You will definitely notice less dust in the vehicle. Be careful not to drop cut pieces inside. It's a tight fit, you might have to bent it and wiggle it in. I would recommend k&n filter or any reusable filter as they are expensive. Very good video instructions
Ken C Many thanks Ken. That filter can help a lot especially in dusty areas. As you saw....Geno’s is a great company to deal with. They certainly know their stuff. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
I'm five years late but great video! Been thinking about doing this to my 14 Ram Laramie, thanks!
Thanks --- used a box cutter but had some small pieces fall in, had to remove blower motor to make sure all pieces were out. So be careful. Heating up the box cutter sounds like a great idea. It was very easy to remove the blower motor -remove 1 panel and 3screws and it comes right out. Thanks for the video.
I too have some break off and then had to remove the blower motor. I want to try the heated blade or a soldering iron when the flat cutting tip installed to see if it helps more. Thanks for the added info Ryan and make sure to subscribe and keep watching!
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Congratulations David. Your info is great. I have a 2013 and was disappointed that it didn't have a cabin filter , now it's going to get one.
David another great Video I've got a 2014 with 319,650 on it and you've helped me keep her going strong
Thank you, Thank you! I had checked a couple of other sites and of course no help! You informed me that I indeed did not have a door to install the filter I wanted to change! Great job, and thank you again!
Yeah, I've been so busy lately that I forgot that this is something I wanted to do... So, since I have a 2010 3500, and you are "The Man", well, not "THEE" Man, but, definitely one of them, here I go... Thanks for the How to Videos, Hope the Family is doing well !!!!!
Worked for my 2016 RAM 1500 as well. Thanks for the great video! Only a 15 minute job for me.
Still boggles me that dodge did not take the 10 minutes like the awesome mechanic did to install the filter from factory. Thanks again on this video.
My 2012 3500 started leaking freon in 2021 at about 60,000 miles. It was 1200 bucks to fix. Now sometimes, it smells like freon just when you turn the AC on.. Sometimes not. But after spending 1200 bucks, I'm not real happy. Thanks for this video showing how to put in the filter. I wonder why Dodge built the opening but decided to not install a cheap filter. At least we have videos like this!!!
thanks for the video,I just bought a 16 Laramie ,would have never guessed it didnt have an in cabin air filter,will be doing this very soon.
I never understood why the cut out was there but not used. None the less.....call Geno's and order you one. Make sure to mention that David the Motorcity Mechanic sent you. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe
My cousin, a friend and I done this back in 2012 to a '10 1500, '11 3500 and a '12 2500. The friend got the doors from the dealer and the filters came from one of the chain auto parts stores. If I remember correctly it was the filter for a 2010 dodge caliber that we used. everything fit perfect but my only complaint was the reduced airflow from the vents even with the filter in the correct flow direction. I wasn't that much of a drop but it was noticeable compared to no filter.
Luckily you dont have the 2007 body style mega cab....air flow sucks! We have learned that you can piece the kit together if need be. Its still god to find a place that offers it as a complete kit. It certainly will save the evaporator from getting clogged out the outside due to dust/dirt building up on the wet evaporator. I try to sale them to all the work trucks that come in that have the nice dust layer on the interior items so that they dont have to spend more in the future. Thanks for the comment and make sure to subscribe
Nobody does it better on utube, very informative an to the point👍
Many thanks Russell! Merry Christmas!
Very well made and useful video. Thanks for taking the time to do this. I've got a 2010 Ram and I plan on doing this upgrade this weekend. God bless!
Your welcome Greg and thanks for stopping by and for commenting. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos as well.
Thank you, Great Vid. Helped a lot. I thought I was losing my mind trying to get the non-existent filter out. What was dodge thinking. Saved them how much a truck and upset a lot of customers.
Awesome vid. I couldn't wait to order a kit via the mail so I cut out a piece of filter (8"X8") from a large home HVAC filter that I purchased at HomeDepot. Installed it and put two strips of Duct tape across the door opening making sure to seal it around the edges well.
Works just fine.
Great video, installed mines today. Be patient and cut, cut, cut. It works great.
It does take time. Now you wont have to worry about debris getting to the evaporator. Thanks for the comment and for watching Corey. Make sure to subscribe!
Thank God for your videos. You saved me a ton of time and money! Thank you from the Jersey Shore!
Always glad to help and for the comments as well. Make sure to subscribe
Getting my ac evap core replaced today and will definitely be getting the cabin filter. Tks for the great how to video!!
Thats the best time to do it. Thanks for watching and for the comment. Make sure to subscribe and sorry about the delay.
Just wanted to say that I have watched several of your video's and I want to say thanks for your time and effort. I have a 2015 ram 1500 and you do an excellent job explaining you video's very easy to follow and to the point. Thanks again.
Glad to always help share some knowledge. Thanks for the kind words and for watching.
I'm gonna start off with a NEW blade and see how it goes. Good video. Thanks. I really thought a 2014 Ram 1500 Laramie would have had a cabin filter. SMH.
Thank you for sharing, The soldering gun looks to big to get in to do the job and way to hot. I modified a Weller (pencil type) soldering iron tip to except a modified #11 Ex-ado blade and made a easy perfect cutout without any loose derby getting down into the fan. I cut down a new larger cabin filter I had left over from a car I sold on my band saw. Size 7.25" X 8" and about .75" thick. I used duct tape instead of the $18 leaky front plate with the easy to brake off plastic latches. Duck tape was designed for air ducks and a 9" strip seals tightly.
Thanks for the tips and for watching. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos when you get time.
Yes, Thank you. I found out at 70K miles my wifes truck needs this modification. 2015 Ram didn't come with the door.
Just bought this kit and like so many times before, once again your video is the “go to” for me. Thanks for this. 👍🏼👍🏼🇨🇦
Always happy to help and glad to see that the videos get watched and used. Appreciate the feedback!
@@MotorCityMechanic what do you find the best way to clean an radiator with mud please 😍😍😍
Fyi, the mopar filter kit comes with a crappie filter. I ordered a much better filter (Purolator Boss) at the same time I ordered the kit. Was happy I did.
This is one of the Best Tech I ve seen
Thanks Gus. Make sure to subscribe and check out my other videos because i have plenty more!
Just checked my 2016 3500. No Door or Filter. Will be putting in one ASAP. Thank You.
I have followed your instruction and I did a successful installation, thank you
That's great. Glad all went well. Thanks for the update!
Richard Renaud
*eye brows rise* Ran out to my 2014 RAM (bought used) on lunch hour. No air filter. Thanks MotorCity Mechanic. I'm going to do this up soon. In the mean time, I'm going to shake my fist at FCA.
They finally came around and put them in the trucks...took awhile lol.
thank you ! I have learned and accomplished so much from your dedication and knowledge.
This was an Outstanding Video on how to do this. I will certainly be doing it myself. Thanks!
Many thanks Julian. Appreciate the comment about the video and its content. Make sure to subscribe and have a great weekend!
Appreciate ya keeping this video up. 👍 Quick question - how to determine correct install if filter lacks an arrow? Most filters on Amazon no longer have an arrow (in 2023).
My used 2011 RAM 2500 didn’t have a cabin filter installed so followed your instructions and saved $70 labor at Dealership. 🥳🎉💰
Much needed upgrade 👍👍
Appreciate you watching.
Thank you I will be fixing my AC. FILTER...💯
Great video. Will add the filter to my 2014 Cab and Chassis
Many thanks and thats a great idea to prevent any future issues. I appreciate the kind words and make sure to subscribe. Merry Christmas
great video and explanation on what causes the air flow to reduce and hinder the cooling man!
Thanks Joseph for the awesome feedback. Glad that you liked the video and found it helpful. Make sure to subscribe!
I was going to get this kit for my 2017 and low and behold it has the door and filter already installed.... for once Dodge Engineers did something right my last one had nothing and dust was a nightmare
Yeah they started adding them about 1 year ago as far as I could see. Glad they caught up with the times and used what was technically already on the truck.....just not cut out. Glad you checked first! Thanks for the info and for watching. Make sure to subscribe
Great video. Thanks very much for keeping it clean. GOD BLESS.
Your welcome and thanks for watching it!
cool not to far out .... I find that the right top corner is a bit of a pain to cut out as you don't have much room after I done the cut out I found out that there was no filter in the box i'm guessing either Chrysler didn't put one in or the previous owner had it removed by dropping the dash by a mechanic either way I now have a filter in and my air flow is much cleaner thank you so much for your help & videos they are very helpful
Morning, they never cam from the factory with the filter. It appears that the same housing was used on other vehicles but not the truck. Not sure why they didnt find it important especially being that the ability is there. None the less glad to see that it worked for you. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Great video, with easy instructions on how to install it 👍👍
Thanks! Appreciate the feedback. Dont forget to subscribe.
I was supprized at how easily it was cut out. The hard part was realizing I had to come in from the drivers door or I was at a bad angle to get my hands in the space
Okay everyone. I did this thing with new razors and such. It is not as easy as this video suggests. 1: Wear gloves, I couldn’t tell where I was so I had to take mine off. Got a few cuts from banging around while trying to make the cuts. 2: get a light in there to help you see what you’re doing. My hands and equipment made so many blind spots. 3: it’s not easy to cut through that plastic. The two top corners are reinforced. You’ll want to try to cut perpendicular. The top corners are going to give you some trouble. 4: the filter that comes with the kit is crap. Search and order a good filter before you do this. 5: the cover door does not want to go on easily. Hook the left side then use a tool to push the right side (very important) CLIP in. It is very hard but push on the clip release to get it to latch.
6: you will have to wrestle the filter in if you purchase a good one. 7: okay good luck and once you start you’ll have to finish. 😀. Oh and it took me about an hour and I had to do a lot of contorting. Hope this info helps someone. Please share this because there are a lot of videos on how to do this and I cannot post on all. 😀
Excellent ,Just installed in my 2009 Ram 1500 ,Great How To !
This is fantastic information and a wonderful video! Thank you!
Your welcome. Always glad to hear that people enjoy the videos.
Man thats absolulty the best video ive found for dash removal.
Clogged Evaporator i never thought of wow what a mess that thing was.
Im having heat issues in mu 2010 w/ 6.7 getting ready to pull it apart. This just made me more comfortable attempting it. Question if the evap coil was that bad what did the heater core look like ?
Great job....thanks...2011 Ram
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Another great video young man thank you
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Much appreciated Jonathan!
Thank You So Much for Posting . Very clear and informative.
Thank you. God bless you
Your videos are awesome
Thanks Corey!
Nice install brother just order mine i have a 15 sport and it has the same set up to install cabin air filter
Thanks Terry! Its a great add on and prevents other issues depending on where you live and work. Appreciate the comment and make sure to subscribe.
Dude your amazing!!!! Thank you!!!!!
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Great video for new owners dodge thanks
Very cool
peralez2383 Thanks for always watching!
Thank you.
I traded my 2010 Avenger in for a 2014 ram 1500 quad cab after watching this video I did check to see if my truck a/c filter has or has not been changed found out just looking where it's located at it has not been changed before I ordered the kit from Geno's I should be getting it within a week
Cool. Thanks for sending them your business. They are a great company and a great group of people. Thanks as well for watching the video. Make sure to subscribe
Welcome & Thank you for your helpful tips and advice already subscribed....... the funny thing I noticed after ordering the kit from Geno's is they're in Cumming , GA. & I'm in Canton , GA. I could've drove over there to buy the kit but time I pay for gas round trip would be the same as the shipping cost lol
+Joe I actually made a trip to see then last week. Great group of people, I always highly recommend them when possible. I am actually just outside of Augusta Ga so not too far from you as well
I disliked so i could like it, then like it again so i could like it twice.
Good info David .
Great video
Thanks Jason!
Great video. Kinda sucks that RAM did not take this small step to help preserve the life of the AC system. Seems like one way to get repair business for their dealerships.
+Robert Fox The odd thing is that the cabin filter cut out is there and just screaming for a filter and lid. Not sure why it was never made functional. As far as repair business......keep in mind the dealerships are independently owned and Chrysler only makes money on the parts if the evaporator is purchased....otherwise the evaporator can be cleaned and reinstalled. I actually purchased some household evaporator/condenser foam cleaner and repeatedly sprayed in on an evaporator that the customer wanted replaced and it did a fairly good job without taking the dash and hvac box out. If it was mine and it happened.....I would keep using the foam cleaner until majority was gone and install the cabin filter kit. I am glad there is a kit to help stop the issue....but like you, wish it was already done by Chrysler from the beginning. Thanks for the comment and for watching. Make sure to subscribe if you haven't already
One thing to consider is that automobiles have had air-conditioning since 1940 (first offered by Packard, followed in 1941 by Cadillac and the first modern system in 1953 by Chrysler's Airtemp division installed in 1953 Imperial). Cabin air filters are a useful but very new (younger than most millennials, for example). No one complained of premature A/C issues for decades. Certainly the technology for a paper filter in the system existed since the early 1960s I take issue with badmouthing the lack of one today. I appreciate the availability but it is not an absolute necessity. And, yes, my truck and car (2019 Tradesman and 2013 200) have one. My 2001 3500 does not. In 2018 I did change the evaporator not due to clogging but due to leaking. It could still be seen through.
Thank you good sir!!
Excellent!
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Great video, thanks for the info. I'm definitely going to order one.
+Chevy ridin81 Awesome. If you call them....let them know you heard from the motorcity mechanic. always helps to get the word out there. Thanks for watching and make sure to subscribe
Thanks,excelent, good explanación,clear,and undertable,thanks,fron,san benito tx.
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Great video and very well detailed as always. My only question is why would they make a compartment where one would have to literally cut it and replace it with a plate? Seems backwards to a prestigious truck not so?
I really dont have an answer for that......I am like you, if its there then make it usable already. Someone has the answers for sure......just not sure who lol. Thanks for watching and for the question. Make sure to subscribe.
@@MotorCityMechanic So i did everything as mentioned in the video, all good to go now, but was there supposed to be a filter in the compartment or was it supposed to be empty and then i am to place a new filter in there? Thanks!
great video sir.
Thanks and I appreciate you watching
Thank you so much amazing video great help
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thank you
Thank you for the video, very helpful!
Great video thanks. I'll be checking out Geno's.
I purchased this kit a few months ago. It cut pretty easy, but upon turning on the AC today I heard a whistling sound coming from the glove box. When I arrived home the door is not staying attached to the box. The clips are not broken but it doesn't stay clipped.
it can be hard to get them to latch. I get one side done and then I push hard and help push the latch in place. Its a tight fit for sure.
I do believe that its the same as a Dodge Journey. Visit you local auto parts store and bring in the filter and have them grab a Dodge Journey filter and see if its the same. I believe it will be a match. Unless my memory is failing lol .
Great job 👍
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I've seen a few of these videos and I assume it's not easy or not worth it to remove the plastic housing that gets cut. Can someone explain why no one takes the plastic housing out so that it is easier to cut the rectangle?
It requires removing the a/c box in order to take that section out. That also requires unbolted and pulling back the dash.
Awesome video
A multi tool will work as well to cut Plastic !
Was told by dodge if my 2016 had no cabin filter and I try to add one the filter will just fall against blower motor because there is nothing under it to stop the filter to hit blower Motor. Please let me know. Dodge wouldn’t do it for me said it would be putting something there that is not set up for it by dodge. Please reply. GreaT video
They don’t know what they are talking about. As you see in the video it’s not an issue and it’s made to accept the filter
@@MotorCityMechanic thanks for replying
I see he the broken tab from trying to mess with it before it got taken in to the shop, too. Now I don’t feel like a jerk.
Great video! I have an '06 Ram 2500 MegaCab (diesel) with terrible A/C performance. Even with the fan on high, all it does is make more noise with very little increase in actual air flow! Wondering if the condenser is clogged like you showed or if there is another fix? I don't want to drop my dash, but I also don't want to take it to a dealer to fix it $$$. Any shops you recommend in So. Cal. to do something like this? Thanks!
Its possible the evaporator is partially clogged. I have a 2007 Megacab and air flow sucks. I havent taken the time to remove the hvac box to see if the evaporator is covered in anything.....too many other items needing done first. I would like to see if there was a change but for now I know your pain.....air flow sucks. I only know one tech and thats Brian from How To Automotive.....he is based out of San Diego. Not sure if thats a job he up for.....its not hard and doesnt take that long. Its worth checking with him if you like to see.
Great vid very thorough
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Great video. My only question is, I got the kit form geno's garage and did the things according to your instructions. All seems ok except that the cover does not snap in place, is it suppose to? Thanks for your help.
very good very good
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Why did I put 300,000 miles on a 1977 Chevy half-ton pickup and never once have this problem or need a cabin filter? What is so different about a Dodge Ram’s HVAC design that causes the evaporator to clog up and my Chevy never did? Just curious.
AWESOME!!! THANK YOU!!! excellent video!!
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After the last guy’s comment I’m guessing the 2015 models don’t have one either?
Yeah the 2015 didnt have it from the factory. They started phasing it in around 2016-2017. Thanks for asking and for watching, Make sure to subscribe
Buen video GRACIAS ... good job.. thanks
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Love the videos, have you had anyone mention that at highway speeds there seems to be an air leak through the cover. I filled their and your directions and the cover click. But at highways speeds a whistle is loud and apparhent.
I havent heard that yet. I have heard the air box cause a noise but not the modification. One way to know for sure is to remove the cover and see if the noise is still there. Cant remember what I found the last time I had a related noise in that area....might have replaced the recirc door housing.
Thanks doing mine today
Thanks, Just bought a 2012 1500. can that coil be inspected when this opening is made? curious as the age of the truck
So I bought a 2014 ram 2500. Why the heck would the dealer not put a cabin air filter in this truck
So there's no need to cut out that step down below the large rectangle?
Great video like always👍
Thanks Dann!
@@MotorCityMechanic You're welcome brother!!👍
GREAT !!! THANK YOU SO MATCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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