How do you replace the 2004 Honda Odyssey cabin filter?

Answer 1

The filter is located behind the glovebox. You have to remove the glovebox to get to the filter housing unit. To do this, first remove the plastic corner panel located in the corner near the floor. Once you do this, you'll see a plastic bar that runs horizontally across the front of the filter housing unit. The only way to remove the filter inside is to saw through this plastic bar (cut it in half). After this, the metal bar that was hiding behind the plastic bar can be loosened by unscrewing the screw on the right side only. After removing the screw on the right side only, swing the metal bar down to gain access to the filter housing. Unsnap the filter cover, slide the old filter out, and replace with a new one. I learned by calling the local Honda dealer that the only way to get access to the filter was to saw through the plastic bar. The metal bar, once it is re-tightened in its original location, provides sufficient stability to the glovebox area.