--- title: "2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler Cabin & Engine Air Filters" description: "Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Behind the glovebox (2012+ interior added a cabin filter provision; pre-2012 JKs commonly have none and need a retrofit adapter)." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/filters" updated: "2026-08-20" --- # 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Behind the glovebox (2012+ interior added a cabin filter provision; pre-2012 JKs commonly have none and need a retrofit adapter). ## Cabin air filter (Check your manual) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | Aftermarket | Fram CF10134, Mahle LA644 | | Location | Behind the glovebox (2012+ interior added a cabin filter provision; pre-2012 JKs commonly have none and need a retrofit adapter) | | Replace every | Every 12,000-15,000 mi | ## Engine air filter (Check your manual) | Spec | Value | | --- | --- | | OEM part | Mopar 68191945AA | | Aftermarket | Fram CA10467, K&N 33-2461 | | Location | Black airbox on top of the engine, driver side; spring clips only, no tools needed | | Replace every | Every 30,000 mi (more often if driven off-road/dusty trails) | ## Which Jeep Wrangler model years does this cover? These air filters specifications apply to every Jeep Wrangler built from 2012 through 2017, the JK (2007-2018 platform; US 2012-2017 shown), off-road suv, solid front/rear axle (2-door; 4-door unlimited). Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. - [2012 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012) - [2013 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2013) - [2014 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2014) - [2015 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2015) - [2016 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2016) - [2017 Wrangler](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2017) ## What changed during the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler | Years | What changed | | --- | --- | | 2012 | 3.6L Pentastar V6 replaces the old 3.8L V6 across the JK lineup; 5-speed automatic (W5A580) replaces the 4-speed | | 2013 | Moab special edition added; minor trim/options shuffle | | 2015 | Willys Wheeler and Rubicon Hard Rock special editions; no major mechanical changes | | 2017 | Final year of the JK before the JL replaces it for 2018, some 2018-titled JK-based 'Wrangler JK' models were sold as 2018 carryovers alongside the new JL; see JL generation notes | ## 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler air filters: common questions ### Where is the cabin air filter on a 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler? Behind the glovebox (2012+ interior added a cabin filter provision; pre-2012 JKs commonly have none and need a retrofit adapter). ### How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler? Every 12,000-15,000 mi. 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 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler take? Mopar 68191945AA, or Fram CA10467, K&N 33-2461, replaced every 30,000 mi (more often if driven off-road/dusty trails). ## Sources - [Mopar/AMSOIL OE lookup, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 3.6L oil spec](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2013/jeep/wrangler/3-6l-6-cyl-engine-code-g-erb-h/) - [WranglerForum, 3.6L oil capacity (owner's manual quotes, 6 qt)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/answers/how-many-quarts-of-oil-does-a-jeep-wrangler-3-6-take/) - [WranglerForum, Mopar 3.6L oil filter part numbers (spin-on vs. cartridge)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/mopar-3-6l-oil-filters-difference.1640369/) - [ChallengerTalk, Pentastar 3.6L spark plug part number/gap (Champion RER8ZWYCB4 / Mopar SP149125AD)](https://www.challengertalk.com/threads/spark-plug-replacement-for-3-6l-pentastar.213266/) - [WranglerForum, Rubicon Dana 44 rear diff fluid (75W-140 Mopar synthetic)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/diff-oil-gear-oil-for-rubicon-dana-44-rear.2413691/) - [WranglerForum, JK oil-change light reset procedure (accelerator-pedal method)](https://www.wranglerforum.com/threads/oil-change-notification-reset.147085/) - [au7o.io, 3.6L Pentastar oil cooler/filter housing cracking (2012-2025)](https://au7o.io/known-issues/jeep-wrangler) - [Edmunds, 2012 Jeep Wrangler specs (fuel tank, curb weight)](https://www.edmunds.com/jeep/wrangler/2012/features-specs/) - [Car and Driver, 2012 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4WD 2dr specs/EPA mpg](https://www.caranddriver.com/jeep/wrangler/specs/2012/jeep_wrangler_jeep-wrangler-2-door_2012) - [ExtremeTerrain, Jeep Wrangler JK factory tire sizes by trim](https://www.extremeterrain.com/jeep-wrangler-tire-size-guide.html) ## Other Jeep Wrangler generations - [2018-2025 Jeep Wrangler air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2018-2025/filters) Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/filters). ## More for the 2012-2017 Jeep Wrangler - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/battery) - [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/tires) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/wipers) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/jeep/wrangler/2012-2017/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.