Air Cleaner Element: Removal

Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
Disconnect the connector from the mass airflow and intake air temperature sensor.

Fig 1: Locating Mass Airflow And Intake Air Temperature Sensor
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Loosen the clamps (A) which connect the air cleaner case (rear) to intake duct.
Remove the clip (B) securing the upper side of air cleaner case.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamps Location
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Pull the air cleaner case (rear) backward of the vehicle, and remove the air cleaner element.

Fig 3: Identifying Air Cleaner Case (Rear)
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