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

Ford Explorer 2020-2026 Service Manual / Powertrain / Engine / Intake Air Distribution and Filtering - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Air Cleaner Intake Pipe

Removal

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

Remove the front bumper.
Refer to: Front Bumper Cover (501-19 Bumpers, Removal and Installation).

Remove the Intake air venturi.
Torque: 33 lb.in (3.7 Nm)

Release the clip and remove the air intake pipe.

Dislodge and relocate the air cleaner intake pipe.

Installation

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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