Give it a few more years, and these filters will be as thin as a Scotch-Brite pad.
And it’s not just Toyota—every automaker is doing this.
I buy aftermarket cabin air filters, and the quality varies a lot. STP filters are some of the better ones I’ve used for both engine and cabin filters.
Just saying—thinner doesn’t always mean worse. You could be getting better airflow through the new one without losing filtration quality.
I just grab the $10 ones and swap them out every 12 months.
Toyota has different quality levels for a lot of parts. Here are some options for the 2024 RAV4:
Engine Oil Filters:
- 90915-10009
- 90915-YZZN1
Charcoal Cabin Filters:
- 87139-58010
- 87139-YZZ93
Even the brake pads have economy and premium versions.
@Rudy
For cabin filters, there are actually four charcoal options that fit: 58010, 76020, 0E040, and YZZ93. Out of those, the 0E040 is the thickest and most durable.
You got the YZZ93 filter, which is Toyota’s value line. The original factory-installed one is the 0E040—it’s higher quality but also more expensive. If you ask your dealer for the 0E040, they’ll sell it to you, but expect to pay more.
Check if the part numbers match.
That’s why I go aftermarket. Better quality, lower price.
Your old filter looks thicker because it’s dirty.
Ethan said:
Your old filter looks thicker because it’s dirty.
No, the factory filter is actually thicker and heavier even when brand new.
Ethan said:
Your old filter looks thicker because it’s dirty.
No, the factory filter is actually thicker and heavier even when brand new.
Mine always fluffs up after getting dirty. Could just be the fibers spreading out from airflow.
It’s normal. The replacement parts from the dealer are different from factory-installed ones. Functionally, they work the same, but they’re not always identical.