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Air Filter Element and Air Cleaner Assembly Element

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 73897  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the retainer clips in the air cleaner cover.
  2. Remove the air filter element.
  3. Disconnect the MAF Sensor connector.
  4. Remove the air intake duct.
  5. Remove the air cleaner assembly retainer screws.
  6. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Inspect the air filter element for dust, dirt, water and replace if required. Refer to General Information .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 73897  Size: SH
  1. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  2. Install the air cleaner assembly retainer screws.
  3. Tighten
    Tighten the switch to 5-7 N·m (35-45 lb in).

    Refer to

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    in General Information.

  4. Install the air intake duct.
  5. Connect the MAF sensor connector.
  6. Install the air filter element.
  7. Install air cleaner cover assembly and latch cover assembly.

Air Filter Element and Air Cleaner Assembly Front Air Intake Duct

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 16123  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front air intake duct.
  2. Remove the attaching bolt from the lower air cleaner.
  3. Loosen clamp on rear air intake duct and position rear air intake duct aside.
  4. Remove lower air cleaner.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 16123  Size: SH
  1. Install lower Air Cleaner to vehicle.
  2. Ensure that the engaging pins are properly located and intake duct is sealed to the intake resonator and front intake duct.
  3. Position rear intake duct onto lower air cleaner.
  4. Install attaching bolt to lower air cleaner.
  5. Install front air intake duct push pin.

Air Filter Element and Air Cleaner Assembly Air Intake Resonator

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 16124  Size: SH
  1. Remove the attaching bolt.
  2. Remove retainer from resonator.
  3. Remove the air intake resonator.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 16124  Size: SH
  1. Install resonator to vehicle.
  2. Connect retainer to the air intake resonator.
  3. Install attaching bolt to the resonator.