Opparts XC36174 Cabin Air Filter - Front or Primary

Cabin Air Filter Overview

The ECOGARD XC36174 cabin air filter is built for drivers who want OE-style particulate filtration with low airflow restriction. It is a direct-fit cabin filter for select Ford and Lincoln applications, including Ford Escape, Ford Focus, and Ford Transit Connect fitments.

Key Features

• Particulate filter media captures airborne dust and debris inside the HVAC system.
• Constructed with materials matched to OEM-style filtration requirements.
• Designed to maintain airflow while filtering incoming cabin air.
• Fits multiple Ford and Lincoln cabin filter applications with confirmed vehicle-specific fitment.
• ECOGARD XC36174 is identified by part number XC36174 for ordering and cross-reference use.

Detailed Fitment and Function

This cabin air filter is intended for HVAC systems that use a particulate media filter to clean air entering the passenger compartment. Compatible With 2013-2019 Ford Escape, front; 2012-2018 Ford Focus, front; 2013-2018 Ford C-Max, front; 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, front; and select Ford Transit Connect and Ford GT applications listed in the fitment data. The ECOGARD XC36174 is a practical replacement choice when the original filter is due for service or airflow has become restricted by contamination. This part cross-references DENSO Auto Parts (e.g., 453-6026) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Reduced cabin airflow caused by a loaded filter.
• Dust and particulate entering the HVAC intake path.
• Musty or dirty air from an overdue filter service interval.
• Loss of filtration efficiency in the passenger compartment air system.

Installation Notes and Tips

Review the vehicle-specific fitment notes before installation, since access points vary by application. Some listed vehicles place the filter behind the glove box, while others use an under-dash or glove-box service location. The fitment data also notes that certain applications require tools and others do not. Confirm the correct position and service access for your vehicle before beginning work.

Quality Assurance

ECOGARD cabin filters are built using materials aligned with OEM filtration standards to balance particulate removal and airflow. The XC36174 part number is used across multiple aftermarket references, including XC36174, for straightforward identification.