Air conditioning filter

Our air conditioning filter in the 2014 T@B requires cleaning frequently.
The filter will not slide out as the unit is installed too close to the bathroom back wall.
The filter is flexible but I don't want to apply force.  Has anyone been successful in removing the filter for cleaning?
Thank you.
Judy and Mike - Central KY 2014 T@B S M@X towed with Chevy Trailblazer   Nights in the T@B:  32

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  • breakaway
    breakaway Member Posts: 38
    We have completely removed the filter several times as it does really need cleaning. Sandy has been able to bend it out without breaking it. Good luck!!
  • kybob
    kybob Member Posts: 232
    Judy, check the video section of the forum.
    2018 Outback S, Silver/Black - 2015 Silver Honda Pilot 4WD - Florence, KY

  • USWildflowers
    USWildflowers Member Posts: 177
    I've removed it several times, but about the 3rd time I broke one of the plastic frame parts. Still works, but is a bit more of a pain to maneuver it back in place. It's easier to get out and back in (especially with the broken frame) if the wooden trim is removed from around the A/C first.
    gerry - Flintstone, GA - 2015 T@B S - 2012 Toyota Highlander

  • ChanW
    ChanW Member Posts: 3,165
    Comes out ok for me, when I bend it. But I'd like to have a spare on hand, 'just in case'.
    Chan  -  near Buffalo NY
    2014 S Maxx
    2011 Tacoma 4cyl ... edit: 2022 Tacoma 6cyl - oh yeah! 

     A_Little_T@b'll_Do_Ya
  • judymac
    judymac Member Posts: 403
    Think we could order a spare filter from Amazon?  I am amazed at how quickly the filter becomes covered with dust/lint.
    Thank you.
    Judy and Mike - Central KY 2014 T@B S M@X towed with Chevy Trailblazer   Nights in the T@B:  32

  • shorthillssummit
    shorthillssummit Member Posts: 9
    I wondered if anyone has found it necessary to add a cover for the ac exterior vent. Thanks! 
  • Nomad
    Nomad Member Posts: 7,209
    shorthillssummit - Exterior cover - If you have a strong side wind, it can blow in around the edges internally - so some have made covers to use when you don't need the A/C
  • Normfun
    Normfun Member Posts: 285
    I made a cover of plexiglass and attach with rare earth magnets. I only use it in the winter but it works great.
    Norm & Pat. 320 S Outback Utah or somewhere else.

  • RZRBUG
    RZRBUG Member Posts: 890
    Plexiglas held on with industrial strength Velcro.  Use only when it sits for a while to keep the varmints out.

    Larry & Booger - 2013 T@B, 2012 GMC Sierra

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