Parts for your 2022 Honda Cr-v-Cabin filter

2022 Honda CR‑V Cabin Filter

Yes, the 2022 Honda CR‑V is fitted with a cabin air filter (Honda also calls it the “dust and pollen filter”). This is confirmed by the 2022 Honda CR‑V Owner’s Manual under the Dust and Pollen Filter section, and by Honda’s Maintenance Minder system, where sub‑code 2 includes replacement of the dust and pollen filter. Honda service literature also locates the filter behind the glovebox in the HVAC housing.

What does it do? The cabin filter tidies up the air that flows into the cabin by trapping dust, pollen, road soot, and other fine particles. That means cleaner air for the driver and passengers, fewer allergens floating about, and less grime building up on the heater core and evaporator, which helps the air‑con perform at its best. An activated‑carbon style filter can also tone down odours and some exhaust fumes – handy for city traffic or dusty backroads.

When should they change it? In Australian and New Zealand conditions, a practical target is every 15,000–20,000 kilometres or 12 months, whichever comes first. If the CR‑V spends time on unsealed roads, near the coast, or under heavy pollen loads, it’s smart to inspect and change it sooner. The Maintenance Minder will also call it out with sub‑code 2 during scheduled servicing.

Signs it’s due for a swap include reduced airflow even with the fan on high, a musty whiff when the A/C starts, or quicker fogging on the inside of the windscreen. Leaving a clogged filter in place makes the blower work harder and can leave the A/C feeling a bit weak on hot days.

Replacement is straightforward and tool‑free: drop the glovebox, release the side stops and damper, open the filter cover, then slide the old filter out. Fit the new one with the airflow arrow aligned to the housing marking (on most CR‑V models the arrow points down toward the blower). Avoid blasting a used filter with compressed air – that can tear the fibres and won’t restore its filtration. If upgrading, a genuine Honda or a quality carbon/HEPA‑style aftermarket filter is a tidy choice. Between services, give the cowl area below the windscreen a quick clean to stop leaves and debris getting dragged into the intake.

• Recommended interval: 15,000–20,000 km or 12 months, sooner in dusty or high‑pollen areas
• Watch‑outs: weak airflow, odours, rapid windscreen fogging
• Location: behind the glovebox, no special tools needed

Popular questions

Does the 2022 Honda CR‑V actually have a cabin filter, and where is it?
It does. Honda labels it the dust and pollen filter. It sits behind the glovebox in the HVAC housing. Drop the glovebox, unclip the cover, and it slides straight out for inspection or replacement.

How often should the cabin filter be replaced in Australia or New Zealand?
Plan on every 15,000–20,000 km or about 12 months. If the vehicle drives on gravel roads, through bushfire smoke, or in heavy pollen seasons, check and replace it more often. When the Maintenance Minder shows sub‑code 2, the filter is due with the service.

Which way does the airflow arrow face when installing?
Align the arrow with the “AIR FLOW” marking on the housing. On most 5th‑gen CR‑V models, the arrow points down toward the blower. If in doubt, look for the moulded arrow on the filter door or housing to confirm orientation.