Thanks for your vid. I just found my filter holder in my 1997 Toyota Avensis and guess what? The filter is missing! Arrgghh....What have I been breathing in all those years... not happy!

Thanks for posting this vid I just recently learned that my 2000 ES 300 had a cabin air filter this was a huge help in replacing it. The old one was at least 10 years old if not 17. I inherited this Platinum Edition when my Mom passed away and plan to keep it for as long as I live.

@hayksamvelyan

5 жыл бұрын

Platinum edition ES300 are the best. Keep it as long as it makes sense, these cars are tanks.

@jeffbohn2576

5 жыл бұрын

Paul, i'm sorry about your Mom...That said, the 2000 ES 300 is a fantastic car to keep the rest of your life. I love the sound system and driving in the fall with the moonroof open ..The stock setup is the best..My was totalled out 3 years ago..took a full year to restore it..taking it to various shops..Salvage tile but I love the car.I just cleaned the cabin air filter using this Video..I'm the 2nd owner..It's never been changed!! filthy

@familyman8644

3 жыл бұрын

Should I go and buy a 99 es300 with 45k miles for 3500? One owner, garage kept. It has had new brakes installed and flex joint on exhaust. Minimal rust as its Michigan car. Thanks

@G0rdy92

3 жыл бұрын

@@familyman8644 hell yeah you should. I bought my 2000 es300 back in 2014, it had 60,000 from an old lady that kept it in a garage all the time. Car is a tank and just keeps going, now at 171,000 miles. I bought a new Subaru crosstrek a year ago and I drive and like this old Lexus 300 more if I’m being honest

@loisawood1

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeffbohn2576 I don't think mine was ever changed either.

One tip is to only pull the floor mat/cover back far enough to get it past the gas pedal, push the pedal down, and roll the mat back against it a bit so it holds it down for you and frees up your hand.

Just found out my 99 es300 has a cabin air filter. This video helped me locate it. Unfortunately Advance sold me the wrong filter.

Excellent video. Complete explanation and encouragement to do it DIY. Thank you. I would not have been able to do it without your help. Thank you. Thank you.

Great Video! It was exactly what I needed! :) Mechanic wanted preposterous amount when I pulled it in for an oil change.

Excellent video. Very clear and easy to follow. Waiting for a cool day to tackle mine.

Legend. Should work the same for my 93es300. Mine didn’t even have a filter in it when I opened it up💀

Good video! This also applies to my 1995 300 ES. Mine was sticky replacing the filters. I used a long screwdriver to push the first filter all the way up to clear for the second filter.

Perfect and clear video, thank you i needed this!

Extremely helpful. Thanks for posting. Just ordered one.

Great video, nice camera work. I didn't even know where it was located. I just found out from the part store online that one was available. Thank to your video I now know how to replace it.

Thanks for this vid - bought an old one, and the filters were missing! This helped me understand how to put in correct filters.

This also applies to the 1992-1996 Toyota Camry, albeit Camrys did not come equipped with a filter(s) from the factory; the cavity is left empty. I watched this video and installed the filter(s) into my ‘96 Camry LE. 👍

@aaronbalboa4042

Жыл бұрын

i just got a HUGE mouse nest out of that empty compartment in my 96 wagon. gonna be putting a filter in now and in my 98

@jasonpeachrick2037

Жыл бұрын

@@aaronbalboa4042 Jesus… that must have STUNK.

@aaronbalboa4042

11 ай бұрын

@@jasonpeachrick2037 it was awful

@gangstashots3298

6 ай бұрын

Is the location of this empty compartment the same spot for right-hand drive Camry's? As the tutorial video would show the passenger side instead?

Xlnt video thank you … picked up a used ES300 yesterday and looking to do this ASAP

Wow, very interesting video. I had no idea that the air filter for the 2001 ES300 was left of the gas pedal! I came across your video because I wanted to change the Cabin filter on my 2007 ES350, It's behind the glove box... 😊

Thanks for posting. This video is great, but there are other videos that show you how to gain easier access. I would review all the videos prior to attempting this filter replacement. You'll run into fewer problems.

Thank you so much. I've been looking around on KZread about this, but some people pointed at the wrong place,

Good to know where to look for it! Just bought the car, no owners manual. And smells like the filter certainly needs to be replaced. Thanks!

الحمدلله ان وجدت هذا الفيديو الرائع , شكرا لك

Good job man. Definitely appreciated.

Thanks! No wonder I couldn’t get it in, the top one fell down and I didn’t know there was a top section

Wow. That’s pretty cool I was looking for mine behind glove box. Great video

@ikerischer5874

3 жыл бұрын

Me too lol .

You were an excellent teacher. The wires were really in my way but I finally got the one out. I just had my oil changed and they showed me a filter that looked entirely different. They wanted to change it. It was bokus. I know this because I told them I'd changed it on my Lexus 2013 so I could do it but that model has the filter behind the glove compartment. . The shape was different and not nearly as dirty as the one I took out. I will see them tomorrow. ---Don't take advantage of an old woman

Great job explaining !

Great video. Thank you for sharing!

good and clear instruction

Excellent video.

Very good video. Thanks

Great video. Thanks!

Thanks a ton for this video! I took my nasty cabin filter out last night (original from 1999 / bought the car used from an older couple with only 50K miles). I took photos of it... totally clogged with bugs and particulates. I recently changed all 6 spark plugs without having to remove anything for the back 3. I'll make a video next time they need to be changed out. Just takes a little hand contortion and patience.

@hayksamvelyan

7 жыл бұрын

YoungSuccess that's amazing! Could you share the photos with me? I'd love to see what a 17 year old filter looks like.

@youngsuccess4826

7 жыл бұрын

Sure, how do you want me to get them to you? I noticed the dirt pattern was remarkably similar to yours. It's amazing how many routine things go undone on cars, especially at minimal cost. I just did my Jeep GC, BMW 528i and Lexus ES300 cabin filters all this weekend.

@familyman8644

3 жыл бұрын

What issues have you had? Im about to buy 99 es300 with 45k on it and its one owner too from old man. It has new brakes and flex joint on exhaust was repaired. Should I buy it for 3500? It is in great shape garage kept. Just starting to rust on passenger rear quarter panel

Nice job 👍🏽 thanks dude

Thank you instructions very good

Thanks so much for this video

very good video

Great video, only one of 10+ that was my model of 2001 ES300 Coach.. HINT!!!! Take a long screwdriver and push UP on the inboard side of the top filter. I also sprayed the rails (top & bottom) with silicone and THEN they went in easy.

Thanks for the video

Thank you

Thanks very much

I have a 1998 Es300 (~330K) and have never changed that filter, I never knew it had one there, just the one in the engine bay. Changing it ASAP. I have owned the car since 1999.

@hayksamvelyan

4 жыл бұрын

330k on a '98, that's fantastic! I'm at 290k on the same model year. How is yours holding up? I got some driveline vibration that started 50k miles ago, possibly from the transmission. Still shifts well and cruises smoothly. Everything else is in tip top shape aside from scrapes, dings, dents, rock chips, etc. Regarding your filter, I really hope your slot is empty, otherwise you probably would've noticed it by now. I had a strong allergic reaction the first Spring season that I had the car - came from mildew or something in the HVAC. Sprayed some cleaner in the vents, vacuumed the slot, and installed a new filter. Ever since then, no more allergic reactions.

@007BlackGuy

4 жыл бұрын

Hayk Samvelyan you need a new Trans or motor mount

Thank you 🙏🙏

thank you.

Awesome video! Thank you very much!!! Do you know of a good video for showing how to replace the side view mirror assembly on the same model car as yours? I took the speaker cover off, but it looks like the bolts may not be accessible without taking off the whole door cover. Thank you again for your help!!!

Great video! Should vacuuming inside of the filter compartment be advised b4 reinstalling the new filters? I own a 2001 and never replaced them since purchased 21 years ago. It's my baby as it's never let me down.

Thanks you for the video , I have a 1997 es w 190k on it. Holding gas pedal down wont harm or flood the engine w gas?

thanks!

I heard that this is also the case for third generation Toyota Camry 1993-1997, and that the spot for the filter is an empty cavity. Is the filter spot mentioned in the video also be the same place for the right-hand drive Camry?

How do you know which way to insert the new filter, or does it not matter?

My 1997 V6 Japanese-made Camry for the Venezuelan market (I suppose it has the same specs as the European one) has the cabin filter, but when I pulled the filter only a small square filter came off, not that 4 piece thing.

@paradisopaul

3 жыл бұрын

Lol, of course it’s a 4 piece filter but it’s broken. Now, how the hell I can get the other half out in that tight space? I can’t get the upper ones down if I don’t take off the other broken half.

This is a great video but I have to say I gave up after 45 minutes of trying to get that bottom piece in it's nearly impossible to keep the top one from falling down, impossible in my case.

Wires are in the way!!! What do I do?

Thanks for this very well done video! 2 questions: did you have your drivers seat redone? Mine is toast, it’s ripped and cracked. Second question- what model rims and tires are on your Lexus? Did you need to use spacers to make them work or were they bolt ons as is? Thanks again!

@hayksamvelyan

5 жыл бұрын

Driver seat is original. I know what you mean though, I’ve been applying a leather cleaner/conditioner(Lexol) once to twice a year and it’s definitely helped a lot. I’ve had the car for the last 7 years and luckily the first few owners kept the interior in good shape. The wheels are from a 2005 Lexus GS300 17”. No spacers. Tires were 215/55/17 if I remember correctly. You can use an online tire calculator to get the same tire circumference as the stock setup. I just recently switched over to Toyota Avalon 16” wheels from the early 2000s. The same wheels were featured on the Platinum edition Lexus ES from 2000-2001. I prefer the 16s as the tire has enough sidewall to give you a soft and compliant ride while still giving a nice stance to the car. The GS300 wheels were awesome to look at but had too many side effects I didn’t like: total weight per corner, heavier steering, uneven tire wear, firmer ride, higher chance of bending a rim.

Mine a half of it broke inside and now I can’t change the filter at all. The bottom one broke in half while trying to remove it. 😢

Do a video about common problems for the 1998 lexus es300 model !

@hayksamvelyan

7 жыл бұрын

Joel Justo Thank you so much for watching. I've been thinking about doing an overview of my ES ownership experience, I will incorporate your idea into this video. More stuff to come in the future, working on Engine Mounts at the moment.

@joeljusto1741

7 жыл бұрын

Have an ES300 of my own. Lexus family !

my 97 does not have anything even closel resembling what you have . I still cant find its location

Anyone know the color codes or names for the bottom and top colors on this vehicle?

What rims are those

Hey brother can you show me how to fix the EGR vacuum solenoid where is the locations im new thanks💪🏻🍂

@hayksamvelyan

Жыл бұрын

The EGR is the cast iron pipe assembly that's bolted to the Intake near the throttle body. Follow the small vacuum hose that feed off of the EGR valve to find the EGR VSV aka Vacuum Solenoid. You will find a whole Valve Set of VSVs for the EGR, EVAP, and the ACIS with multiple vacuum lines and connectors. The EGR VSV will have a dark orange electrical connector that's closer to the windshield and closer to the EGR Valve assembly.

2 months go I took my car to a shop and they cleaned out a mouse nest that was blocking air flow. They are back. How do I clean out the air conditioner and prevent the mice from coming back?

@hayksamvelyan

5 жыл бұрын

Look into Scotty Kilmer's channel. He had a video about mice and cars a few months ago. Cleaning out the A/C is a tricky, especially if it's full of mice. Good luck!

@sonicCherryBell

3 жыл бұрын

get a garage cat

I just spent over an hour trying to get the filters in. I got them out, but trying to get them into my 2001 Lexus 300 ES. After about 20 minutes I finally got the top filter in. Pushed it all the ways up and attempted to get the bottom filter in. No luck at all. I held the brake peddle as instructed. No matter how many tries to get this on the track and into the slot was impossible to say the least. I am so frustrated. Wish I didn't start this project. You make it look easy, but it isn't. At least on my car. I will try again after I change my shirt, this one is soaking wet. Unreal that they make these so hard to service. By the way the old filters look like yours. Is there an easier way to line the bottom one up for insertion. UPDATE.... Just got it in...I was on my stomach trying to do this...you can't get the right angle or see what you are doing that way. I turned over on my back and was able to see what I was doing. Pushed a bundle of wires also that was in the way and got it in. Damn, you make it look so easy, but the tip is you must be on your back to install these. I took a photo thought I could upload it to show you how black the filters were. They were never changed in the 16 years we own the car. We kept getting oily substance on the inside glass windows and I had a feeling it was from the air conditioner. Thanks for the video..Whew!!!!

@hayksamvelyan

6 жыл бұрын

Yikes, that sounds like it was a hell of an experience. First time I did it, I was thinking the same thing and it was during a very hot summer day. This is one of the craziest filter locations I've seen. Most modern cars keep it behind the glove box. Not sure how to make it easier, you may have some debris inside the compartment that's preventing the filter from going in. I also try to insert the filter while it's still bent in half, then once the first part goes in, I click it into one piece and continue.

@curtisbme

5 жыл бұрын

If the wires there are the same as my '97, they disconnect at the front/firewall side. If you didn't scrape and vacuum out the space first much of the problem at the bottom was likely that you were just pushing against pile of debris.

Thank you went through a lot of trouble I have a 98 Lexus ES300 my filters not there

@curtisbme

5 жыл бұрын

Your Cabin Filter would have to be there. This is not the engine filter if you are thinking of that one.

@allanking3462

5 жыл бұрын

@@curtisbme I just may not know what I'm looking at it maybe there

Where did you buy it?

I have the same car! You're handsome. *:)

@a1atif

5 жыл бұрын

:)

Add more videos about your es 300

@hayksamvelyan

7 жыл бұрын

Diablo Flaco Thank you for your encouragement, that means a lot to me. I currently have a few video ideas that I'm working on. Is there anything you would like to see in particular?

@man1d2tran

7 жыл бұрын

wow loved this. clear and concise. I would have wiped the bottom of the air filter area too! what I need is a video on upgrading the headlight. it has a weird adapter that's used to hold the bulb in. I can't figure out how to change to led with those fans on the back it just doesn't fit. and I heard HIDs could be illegal

those wheels look good, what did they come off of?

@hayksamvelyan

3 жыл бұрын

2006 GS300

where is the cabin air filter for 94 lexus es300?

@Moparornocar1989

6 жыл бұрын

Just looked on my 1994. Its in the same spot. When I opened up the door it was full of leaves and no filter

Hi! Lexus ES300 1996, is the air filter in the same place?

@XXchillpanda

4 жыл бұрын

Arman Djumabekov yes

my husband recently changed the direct speeding sensor and the igniter switch but my car is still jerking and stops what can be the problem

do yo have video that remove glove box cd changer??

@mr.tookachancetv

7 жыл бұрын

Thu Truong yeah mine broke how about yours? Like the only media that works in my car is the cassette. And radio

@mikelowrey7441

7 жыл бұрын

RASHAD RUSSELL I have the entire OEM system for sale. Just sayin..

@mikelowrey7441

7 жыл бұрын

Well everything except, the subwoofer. .it blew..

Good video, but my car 1997 es didnt have any filters at all! But trying to get the guard plate off I broke one of the fasteners, and trying to get the upper filter in was a sweat ordeal with a stiff bundle of cables in the way, but got it in. But then it wouldnt stay up in order for me to get the lower panel in!! I tried holding it up with a long screwdriver but theres not enough room then to manipulate the lower panel into place. After trying for 15 minutes and sweating to death, i gave up. Took the upper out, and put in the lower filter and just closed everything up. This was a real bitch of a project! So after 21 years of no filter, now I have half a filter! Ill never do this again!! Lexus, you blew it on this design! Crappy system.

@hayksamvelyan

5 жыл бұрын

Hey J, I'm sorry to hear you had such a hard time. I know the feeling. This filter system is a real pain in the butt to access and replace. If you didn't have anything inside, chances are your compartment is filled with leaves and dirt, just like what happened to mine. This debris may prevent the filters from going in nicely. I recommend using a toothbrush and a vacuum to scoop some of that stuff out. In order to keep the upper filter in place, try holding it by its tab. I find that it's best to sort of push the top filter all the way to the top until you feel resistance. Another reason you may had an issue is the filter itself. Did you use the same WIX model I showed in the video?

@poopscoop5836

5 жыл бұрын

Same here man. Same exact shit happened with me. I just gave up and only did the bottom one after fucking with it for an hour. My body was sore from prying and jiggling the filter trying to get both in. I have a mercedes s500 and this fucking car is atleast 5 times harder to work on, cheaper yeah, but wayyyy more annoying and difficult.

@coolbud356

Жыл бұрын

I am planning to try it. Hope I would not face the problem you had.

Dang just accidentally snapped the plastic that held the cover over the filter entrance

Should I buy a 99 es 300 with 45k miles for 3500? Looks as clean as yours

@hayksamvelyan

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! That’s the first year with the upgraded engine head that had variable valve timing. Same exterior design as the 97-98. Mine is a 98. With such low miles, I would be looking for records of all fluids being changed and all rubber components being replaced.

@hmarmobiletech8332

3 жыл бұрын

LEXUS ES300 WITH 45K ON IT😳

@hmarmobiletech8332

3 жыл бұрын

THIS VINTAGE OF LEXUS IS TOP OF THE FOOD CHAIN SO TO SPEAK FROM JAPAN! YOU CANT GET MUCH BETTER THAN A TOYOTA / LEXUS THEY ARE THE BEST! IF THE TITLE IS CLEAN AND BODY / PAINT IS IN FAIR CONDITION, ENGINE REVS TO 2.5K TO 3K IN PARK W/O ANY BAD ENGINE NOISE, TRANSMISSION SHIFTS PROPERLY, FYI THESE ENGINES ARE AWESOME WITH THE VVTI SYSTEM PERFECT FOR BETTER FUEL ECONOMY AND PERFORMANCE! I OWN A 99 LEXUS ES300 AND I LOVE IT! THAT CAR IS WORTH $6K , BUY IT NOW!! 👍👍

@wqsnsr8

3 жыл бұрын

I bought 4 days ago 99 es300 107000 miles for $3000....I never drove a car this good

@coolbud356

Жыл бұрын

Last year on September, I bought 2000 model now with 38200 miles on it. Though I spend little bit more to fix it, I love it and hope it would pay the price worth.

Which wheels are those?

@hayksamvelyan

7 жыл бұрын

They are from a 2006 Lexus GS300. 17" rim with a 215/50/17 tire. No spacers or modifications needed.

@man1d2tran

7 жыл бұрын

how much were the 2006 wheels?

nice,..any more DIY ??

@hayksamvelyan

8 жыл бұрын

Working on 'how to replace a radiator'. Anything in particular that you're looking for?

The worst place to put the cabin filter :(

I think the guy sold me the car because this process was so bad.

Thank you