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title: "2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 Cabin & Engine Air Filters"
description: "Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Mazda KD45-61-J6X9U. Behind the glovebox; squeeze the glovebox sides and drop it down, 5-minute DIY."
url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/filters"
updated: "2026-08-21"
---

# 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 Cabin Air Filter and Engine Air Filter

Cabin air filter and engine air filter part numbers for the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5, with aftermarket equivalents and replacement intervals. Cabin filter Mazda KD45-61-J6X9U. Behind the glovebox; squeeze the glovebox sides and drop it down, 5-minute DIY.

**Quick answer**: The 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 cabin air filter is Mazda KD45-61-J6X9U (behind the glovebox; squeeze the glovebox sides and drop it down, 5-minute diy).

## Cabin air filter (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Mazda KD45-61-J6X9U |
| Aftermarket | Fram CF11176, Wix WP10218 |
| Location | Behind the glovebox; squeeze the glovebox sides and drop it down, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 15,000 mi (severe/dusty conditions) to 30,000 mi (normal) |

Note: Same part number is listed for the entire 2013-2025 CX-5 range across both generations

## Engine air filter, 2.0L SkyActiv-G (PE-VPS) (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Mazda PE07-13-3A0A |
| Aftermarket | K&N 33-2419, Fram CA10467 |
| Location | Airbox on the driver side of the engine bay; clip-latch lid, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions) |

## Engine air filter, 2.5L SkyActiv-G (PE-VPS) (High confidence)

| Spec | Value |
| --- | --- |
| OEM part | Mazda PE07-13-3A0A |
| Aftermarket | K&N 33-2419, Fram CA10467 |
| Location | Airbox on the driver side of the engine bay; clip-latch lid, 5-minute DIY |
| Replace every | Every 30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions) |

## Which Mazda CX-5 model years does this cover?

These air filters specifications apply to every Mazda CX-5 built from 2013 through 2016, the KE (1st generation), compact suv. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years.

- [2013 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013)
- [2014 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2014)
- [2015 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2015)
- [2016 CX-5](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2016)

## What changed during the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5

| Years | What changed |
| --- | --- |
| 2013 | US launch; 2.0L only at first, 6-speed manual or automatic, FWD or AWD |
| 2014 | 2.5L SkyActiv-G added on Touring/Grand Touring; 2.0L remains standard on Sport |
| 2016 | Facelift (styling, chassis stiffening, updated i-Activsense safety suite); mechanical specs (oil, filters, wipers) carry over unchanged |

## 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 air filters: common questions

### What cabin air filter does a 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 take?

Mazda KD45-61-J6X9U, or equivalents such as Fram CF11176, Wix WP10218.

### Where is the cabin air filter on a 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5?

Behind the glovebox; squeeze the glovebox sides and drop it down, 5-minute DIY.

### How often should the cabin air filter be replaced on a 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5?

Every 15,000 mi (severe/dusty conditions) to 30,000 mi (normal). 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 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5 take?

Mazda PE07-13-3A0A, or K&N 33-2419, Fram CA10467, replaced every 30,000 mi (more often in dusty conditions).

## Sources

- [Mazda global owner's manual, CX-5 KE lubricant quality and capacities](https://owners-manual.mazda.com/gen/en/cx-5/cx-5_8ft1ee17b/contents/10020102.html)
- [NHTSA recall 16V-644, liftgate support struts](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2014)
- [NHTSA recall 16V-203, steering knuckle bolts](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2015)
- [NHTSA recall 16V-064, fuel filler pipe](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2015)
- [NHTSA recall 20V-063, LED daytime running lights](https://api.nhtsa.gov/recalls/recallsByVehicle?make=mazda&model=cx-5&modelYear=2016)
- [Mazda Connect Infotainment Settlement, official settlement site (class definition, covered years)](https://www.mazdainfotainmentsettlement.com/)
- [Mazda parts catalog, PE01-14-302 oil filter cartridge](https://parts.mazdausa.com/p/Mazda__CX-5/CARTRIDGE--OIL-FILTER/105508476/PE01-14-302.html)
- [Wikipedia, Mazda CX-5 first generation engine/trim history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mazda_CX-5)
- [Edmunds, 2016 Mazda CX-5 review and specs](https://www.edmunds.com/mazda/cx-5/2016/review/)

## Other Mazda CX-5 generations

- [2017-2025 Mazda CX-5 air filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2017-2025/filters)

Or [compare all generations](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/filters).

## More for the 2013-2016 Mazda CX-5

- [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/oil)
- [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/battery)
- [Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/tires)
- [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/wipers)
- [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/bulbs)
- [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/brakes)
- [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/fluids)
- [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/service-schedule)
- [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/common-problems)
- [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/oil-reset)
- [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/key-fob-battery)
- [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/mazda/cx-5/2013-2016/specs)

Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.