Ford Explorer: Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Air Cleaner

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Air Cleaner

Removal

NOTICE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particles. When removing any turbocharger or engine air intake system component, ensure that no debris enters the system. Failure to do so may result in damage to the turbocharger.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Loosen the clamp and position the air cleaner outlet pipe aside.
  Torque: 42 lb.in (4.8 Nm)
1. Dislodge and relocate the air cleaner intake pipe.
1. Disconnect the IAT sensor electrical connector.

1. Remove the nut.
  Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)
1. Detach and remove the air cleaner from the isolators.

Clean, inspect and cover all open ports.

Installation

Inspect the turbocharger or engine air intake system components and clean, if necessary.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

General Procedures - Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Cleaning

Cleaning Remove the CAC. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) (303-12A Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS), Removal and Installation)...

Removal and Installation - Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment Side Cutter Pliers Hose Clamp Remover/Installer Removal NOTICE: The turbocharger compressor vanes can be damaged by even the smallest particl..

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