Air Cleaner Element: Replacement

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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Disconnect the connector from mass air flow sensor.
- Non-turbo model
  
  Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector From Mass Air Flow Sensor - Non Turbo Model
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- Turbo model
  
  Fig 3: Disconnecting Connector From Mass Air Flow Sensor - Turbo Model
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Loosen the clamps (A) which connect the air cleaner case to intake duct. (Turbo model)
Remove the clips (B) on air cleaner case.
- Non-turbo model
  
  Fig 4: Removing Clips On Air Cleaner Case - Non-Turbo Model
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- Turbo model
Fig 5: Removing Clips On Air Cleaner Case - Turbo Model
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Remove the air cleaner case (rear).
Remove the air cleaner element.

Fig 6: Removing Air Cleaner Element
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- Fasten with a clip after inserting the lower tab of the case.
  
  Fig 7: Inserting Lower Tab Of Case
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- Refer to "COMPONENT" for tightening torque. 2.5 L non-turbo model
  < Ref. to COMPONENT , General Description. >
  
  2.5 L turbo model
  
  < Ref. to COMPONENT , General Descriptions
  
  3.0 L model
  
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