Ford Explorer: Maintenance / Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.3L EcoBoost™
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while
the engine is running.
When changing the engine air filter, do not allow debris or foreign material
to enter the air induction system. Engine components are susceptible to damage not
covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Change the air filter element at the correct interval. See Scheduled Maintenance.
Incorrect component use can cause damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty.
See Motorcraft Parts.
To replace the air filter element do the following:
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- Remove the clips that secure the air filter housing cover.
- Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp on air filter housing cover.
- Gently pull the boot back away from the air filter housing cover.
- Carefully lift the air filter housing cover from the air filter housing
assembly.
- Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
- Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter housing and cover to make sure
no dirt gets in the engine and that you have a good seal.
- Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element
edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage
and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if it is not properly seated.
- Install the air filter housing cover.
- Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter
housing.
- Reconnect the boot to the air filter housing cover and torque to 3.69 lb.ft
(5 Nm).
WARNING: Switch the lamps and the ignition off. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Bulbs can become hot. Let the bulb cool down before removing it...
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while
the engine is running...
Other information:
Note: The hazard flashers operate when the ignition is in any position,
or if the key is not in the ignition. If used when the vehicle is not running, the
battery loses charge. As a result, there may be insufficient power to restart your
vehicle...
Removal
WARNING:
Front seat backrest trim covers installed on seats equipped
with seat side airbags cannot be repaired. A new trim cover must be
installed. Cleaning is permissible. Failure to follow these instructions
may result in the seat side airbag deploying incorrectly and increase
the risk of serious personal injury or death in a crash...
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Use the key blade to start your vehicle and unlock or lock the driver door from
outside your vehicle. The integrated keyhead transmitter functions as a programmed
ignition key that operates all the locks and starts your vehicle, as well as a remote
control.
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