2012–2014 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012)
2012–2014 Ford F-150 Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter
Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012–2014 Ford F-150, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Not equipped.
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Cabin air filter
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Location | Not equipped |
The 2009–2014 F-150 has no factory cabin air filter. There is nothing to replace. Aftermarket in-duct retrofit kits exist but are uncommon.
Engine air filter, 3.7L Ti-VCT V6 (Duratec)
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1883 (Ford 7C3Z-9601-A) |
| Aftermarket | Fram CA10262, Wix 49883 |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only, 2-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi (more often on dusty roads) |
Same FA-1883 panel filter fits all 12th-gen engines (and 2015+ trucks too)
Engine air filter, 5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (Coyote)
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1883 (Ford 7C3Z-9601-A) |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi |
Engine air filter, 3.5L EcoBoost V6 (1st gen, twin-turbo)
Verified| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1883 (Ford 7C3Z-9601-A) |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi |
Engine air filter, 6.2L SOHC V8 (Boss)
High confidence| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| OEM part | Motorcraft FA-1883 (Ford 7C3Z-9601-A) |
| Location | Airbox on driver side of engine bay; clips only |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi |
Which Ford F-150 model years does this cover?
These air filters specifications apply to every Ford F-150 built from 2012 through 2014 — the 12th generation (2009–2014; covered from 2012), full-size pickup (steel body; regular cab, supercab, supercrew). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2012–2014 Ford F-150
- 2012Second year of the modern engine lineup (3.7/5.0/3.5EB/6.2); 6-speed 6R80 on all engines
- 2013Refresh: new grilles, HID-equipped trims, MyFord Touch available, Limited trim returns (22-in wheels)
- 2014Final steel-body year; STX SuperCrew and Tremor (short-bed 3.5L EB sport truck) added
2012–2014 Ford F-150 air filters: common questions
Where is the cabin air filter on a 2012–2014 Ford F-150?
- Not equipped.
What engine air filter does a 2012–2014 Ford F-150 take?
- Motorcraft FA-1883 (Ford 7C3Z-9601-A), or Fram CA10262, Wix 49883, replaced every 30,000 mi (more often on dusty roads).
Sources
- Ford 2013 F-150 Owner's Manual, capacities (via VehicleHistory/engine oil DB summaries)
- Ford TSB 13-8-1, 3.5L GTDI intermittent stumble/misfire in humid conditions
- NHTSA recall 19V-075, unintended downshift, 2011–2013 F-150
- NHTSA recall 16V-345, brake master cylinder, 2013–2014 F-150 3.5L EB
- Hardrock Offroad, F-150 OEM wheel/tire fitment guide by generation
- fueleconomy.gov, 2013 Ford F-150 EPA ratings
- O'Reilly/AutoZone battery fitment, 2012–2014 F-150 Group 65