2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Which Hyundai Elantra model years does this cover?

These air filters specifications apply to every Hyundai Elantra built from 2012 through 2016 — the MD/UD (5th generation), compact sedan (also sold as coupe 2013–2014 and gt 5-door hatchback through 2016 on the related ud platform). 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 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra

• 2012MD generation launch (sedan only)
• 2013Elantra Coupe and Elantra GT (UD platform hatchback) join the lineup with the 2.0L Nu GDI available; Elantra Sport sedan trim added
• 2014Facelift: revised front/rear fascias, new wheel designs
• 2015–2016Sedan carries over largely unchanged in its final two years before the AD redesign; GT hatchback continues into 2017 on the related UD platform after the sedan moves to AD

What cabin air filter does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

Hyundai 97133-2H000 (some sedan builds use 97133-3X000. Check VIN at parts counter), or equivalents such as Fram CF10728, Carquest 93955 equivalent.

Where is the cabin air filter on a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra?

Behind the glovebox; drop the glovebox door, 5-minute DIY.

How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra?

Every 15,000 mi (12 months). Sooner if you drive in heavy traffic, on dirt roads, or through wildfire smoke, a clogged filter shows up first as weak airflow and a foggy windshield that will not clear.

What engine air filter does a 2012–2016 Hyundai Elantra take?

Hyundai 28113-3X000, or Fram CA10171 equivalent, K&N 33-2963, replaced every 15,000–30,000 mi.