Honda Engine Air Filter
The Complete Honda Engine Air Filter Reference Guide
Honda shifted its platform strategy heavily toward two core types: Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensors (which integrate both air mass and intake temperature tracking) and separate standalone Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensors used on older naturally aspirated platforms and specific modern hybrids.
1. High-Volume Daily Commuters & Hybrids (Fit, Shuttle, Grace, City, Insight, Jade)
These compact frames dominate our local streets. A common trap here is confusing standard petrol filters with Sport Hybrid i-DCD variants, which use smaller, tighter airbox footprints to clear high-voltage engine-bay electrical routing.
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Model (Inventory Count) |
Applicable Chassis Codes |
Common Years |
Primary OEM Part Number & Tech Notes |
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Fit (75) / Fit Shuttle (14) |
GE6, GE8, GG7, GP1 (Hybrid) |
2008 – 2013 |
17220-RB0-000 (Petrol) / 17220-RBJ-000 (GP1 Hybrid): Distinct shapes. Hybrid versions cannot use the standard GE8 petrol box filter. |
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Fit (Cont.) / Shuttle (14) |
GK3, GK5, GP5 (Hybrid), GP7 |
2014 – 2020 |
17220-5R0-008: Slim rectangular profile with sharp corner locks. Standard across the highly popular JDM Earth Dreams hatchbacks. |
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Grace (43) / City (6) |
GM4, GM5 (Grace Hybrid) / GM6 (City) |
2014 – 2020 |
17220-5R0-008: Shares the same air filter footprint as the GK5/GP5 Fit platform, making this a highly predictable high-turnover item. |
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Insight (4) |
ZE2, ZE3 |
2009 – 2014 |
17220-RBJ-000: Uses the same specialized hybrid-profile filter as the first-generation Fit Hybrid (GP1). |
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Jade (6) |
FR4 (Hybrid), FR5 (RS Turbo) |
2015 – 2020 |
17220-5T0-000 (Hybrid) / 17220-5AA-A00 (Turbo): The sporty Jade RS wagon borrows its high-flow element directly from the Civic Turbo lineup. |
2. Mid-Size Crossovers & SUVs (Vezel, Vezel RS, HR-V, CR-V, BR-V, WR-V, ZR-V)
These vehicles handle higher airflow velocities and dusty island driving conditions. Their factory elements are treated with specialised oil-infused fibers to capture microscopic soot before it fouls sensitive Mass Airflow (MAF) sensors.
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Model (Inventory Count) |
Applicable Chassis Codes |
Common Years |
Primary OEM Part Number & Tech Notes |
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Vezel (51) / Vezel RS (2) / HR-V (11) |
RU1 (Petrol), RU3 (Hybrid), RU4 |
2014 – 2021 |
17220-5R0-008: The RU1 Petrol and RU3 Hybrid Vezels utilize the same filter element layout as the generation’s Fit platform, stabilizing your inventory storage footprints. |
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Vezel / HR-V (Cont.) |
RV3, RV4, RV5 (e: HEV Hybrid) |
2021 – Present |
17220-64A-J01: Deep-pleated, dense composite element built strictly for the newest generation e: HEV hybrid engine architecture. |
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CR-V (40) |
RE3, RE4, RM1, RM4 |
2007 – 2016 |
17220-R60-U00 or 17220-RRE-A00: Extra-thick, large rectangular element built inside a rigid, thick rubberized structural perimeter frame. |
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CR-V (Cont.) / ZR-V (4) |
RW1 (1.5L Turbo) / RZ3, RZ4 |
2017 – 2023 |
17220-5AA-A00: Heavy-duty structural panel built to withstand high turbocharger induction draw under heavy uphill acceleration pressures. |
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BR-V (3) / WR-V (3) |
DG1, DG3 (BR-V) / DG4 (WR-V) |
2016 – Present |
17220-57A-000: Compact utility platform filter element. Very distinct, slim footprint specialized for small-displacement budget SUV platforms. |
3. Executive Sedans & Sports Coupes (Civic, Accord, Inspire, Integra)
From baseline everyday luxury commuters to performance-boosted turbo variants, clean airflow is critical to preventing engine stuttering or poor high-RPM response.
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Model (Inventory Count) |
Applicable Chassis Codes |
Common Years |
Primary OEM Part Number & Tech Notes |
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Civic (59) |
FD1, FD2, FB1 |
2006 – 2015 |
17220-RNA-A00: A highly distinct, angular trapezoid-style frame design. Universally recognized across local Jamaican auto mechanics. |
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Civic (Cont.) |
FC1 (1.5L Turbo), FK7 |
2016 – 2021 |
17220-5AA-A00: High-pressure forced induction element. A highly sought-after replacement part due to the sheer popularity of the 10th-generation Civic. |
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Accord (50) / Inspire (1) |
CU1, CU2 / CP3 (Inspire) |
2008 – 2013 |
17220-R40-A00: Large square-footprint filter built to handle the higher breathing volumes of larger 2.4L i-VTEC and V6 engine setups. |
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Accord (Cont.) |
CR2, CR6 (Hybrid), CV1 (Turbo) |
2013 – 2022 |
17220-5A2-A00 (Petrol) / 17220-5A2-H01 (Hybrid): Be careful to verify the sub-model; hybrid variations use a streamlined frame to clear under-hood space. |
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Integra (1) |
DC5 (Older) or DE4 (Modern Turbo) |
Various |
17220-PNA-003 (DC5) / 17220-64A-A00 (Modern): Verify the chassis generation. |
4. Heavy-Duty Family Hauliers & Fleet Vans (Stepwagon, Spada, Odyssey, Freed, Mobilio, Stream)
Vans and multi-purpose vehicles (MPVs) carry massive weights up steep interior hills. If their air filters are choked, the engine over-compensates by guzzling fuel rapidly.
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Model (Inventory Count) |
Applicable Chassis Codes |
Common Years |
Primary OEM Part Number & Tech Notes |
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Stepwgn (4) / Spada (10) |
RK1, RK5 (Spada) |
2009 – 2015 |
17220-R0A-003: Wide, flat rigid panel layout built for the traditional 2.0L atmospheric R20A engine block. |
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Stepwgn (Cont.) / Spada |
RP1, RP3 (Spada Turbo) |
2015 – 2021 |
17220-59B-000: Specialized exclusively for the 1.5L VTEC Turbo powertrain. Completely incompatible with the older RK shape airbox. |
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Odyssey (3) |
RB1, RB3 (JDM low-slung shapes) |
2003 – 2013 |
17220-RFE-000: Long, narrow layout. Sits very close to the lower air dam, making it highly prone to trapping dust, leaves, and low-lying road debris. |
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Odyssey (Cont.) |
RC1, RC2 (Modern high-roof shape) |
2013 – 2021 |
17220-5X6-J00: Extra-thick heavy-duty pleated framing to support larger Earth Dreams direct-injection configurations. |
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Freed (3) / Mobilio (1) |
GB3, GB4 / DD4 (Mobilio) |
2008 – 2016 |
17220-RB0-000: Shares the robust, highly common square layout pattern of the GE8 generation Honda Fit. |
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Stream (6) |
RN6, RN8 |
2006 – 2014 |
17220-RNA-A00: Utilises the same trapezoidal filter as the FD1/FD2 Civic generation. |
5. Premium US-Market Heavyweights (Pilot, Ridgeline, Actv)
These large-displacement platforms move immense volumes of air. Due to their large engine bays, their parts do not interchange with standard JDM models.
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Model (Inventory Count) |
Applicable Chassis Codes |
Common Years |
Primary OEM Part Number & Tech Notes |
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Pilot (1) / Ridgeline (1) |
YF6 (Pilot) / YK3 (Ridgeline) |
2016 – Present |
17220-5J1-A00: Large, heavy, thick-pleat commercial cartridge filter engineered specifically for the heavy air demands of Honda’s 3.5L V6 engine family. |
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Actv (1) (Acty Truck/Van) |
HA7, HA8, HH5, HH6 |
Various |
17220-PFE-010: Small cylindrical or unique flat elements depending on whether it is mid-engine or rear-engine layout. Highly niche parts item. |