Ford Explorer: Maintenance / Changing the Engine Air Filter - 3.3L
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.
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe
engine damage. Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicle Warranty.
Note: When servicing the air cleaner, do not allow foreign material to
enter the air induction system. The engine is susceptible to damage from even small
particles.
When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed.
Change the air filter element at the proper intervals. See Scheduled Maintenance.
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- Release the clamps that secure the air filter cover to the housing.
- Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp on the air filter housing cover.
- Gently pull the boot back away from the air filter housing cover.
- Carefully lift the air filter housing cover.
- 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: 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:
If required, have an authorized dealer check and change the transmission fluid
at the correct service interval. See Scheduled Maintenance.
The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick.
Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid
checks and changes...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Flat Headed Screw Driver
Interior Trim Remover
Removal
All vehicles
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Drain the cooling system.
Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding (303-03D Engine Cooling - 3...
Categories
You can use the power door lock control or the remote control to lock and unlock
your vehicle.
Power Door Locks
The power door lock control is on the driver and front passenger door panels.
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