Cabin Air Filter Replacement: 2012 Ford F-150 XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup XLT 5.0L V8 FlexFuel Crew Cab Pickup

Our research indicates that your vehicle does not have a cabin air filter (also known as a pollen or AC filter). Vehicles without cabin air filters typically have a plastic mesh that prevents leaves and other foreign objects from entering the HVAC system. This mesh is part of the vehicle and does not need to be changed.

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