At the very least, every 12,000 miles. If you drive in constant dusty conditions, the interval between changing this filter becomes smaller. A clogged air filter only chokes the engine from getting the proper amount of air for proper combustion. Imaging trying to draw air through a straw that has the other end pinched.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace at the first oil change after 50,000 miles (83 000 km). See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is required. To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: [img]http://i45.tinypic.com/k99kl2.jpg[/img] 1. Loosen the two clips on the top of the engine air cleaner/filter housing and lift the filter cover tabs out of the housing. 2. Push the filter cover housing toward the engine. 3. Pull out the filter. 4. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. See Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-13. 5. To reinstall the cover, position the tabs through the slots on the housing. A notch on the sides of the filter cover will indicate the correct engagement. Reinstall the two clips on the top of the housing when you are finished. CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to stop flame if the engine backfires. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off. Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving.
To change the air cleaner filter on a Craftsman lawn mower with a Tecumseh engine model 143016702, first turn off the engine and disconnect the spark plug for safety. Remove the air cleaner cover by unscrewing the screws or clips, then take out the old filter. Replace it with a new filter, ensuring it fits snugly, and reattach the air cleaner cover securely. Finally, reconnect the spark plug before starting the mower.
The air filter is located in the air cleaner housing, on top of the engine. You will need to remove the air cleaner housing cover to access the air filter.
The engine sucks in air. If the air has dust in it, it will scratch the engine. So the air filter cleans the air.
To change the air filter on a 1986 GMC Vandura 1500, start by locating the air cleaner assembly, which is typically on top of the engine. Remove the screws or clips securing the air cleaner cover and lift it off. Take out the old air filter, ensuring to clean any debris from the housing, then insert the new filter, making sure it fits snugly. Finally, reattach the air cleaner cover and secure it with the screws or clips.
You will have to unbolt and remove the engine access cover inside the passenger compartment. Then you can easily get to the air cleaner.
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See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter, under Section 6: Service and Appearance Care - Checking Things Under the Hood, on page 6-19 of your "Owner's Manual".....
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-22 of your "Owner's Manual", under Section 5: Service and Appearance Care - Checking Things Under the Hood.....
What year and which air filter. Engine filter or cabin filter. 2001, cabin and Engine
The engine air cleaner ( air filter ) housing is in the engine compartment , near the front , on the drivers side . You will see a big rubber engine air intake tube connected to it
To change the air filter on a 2005 Kawasaki Vulcan 500, first, remove the seat and the side cover to access the air cleaner assembly. Unscrew the air cleaner cover and carefully remove the old air filter. Clean any debris from the air cleaner housing, then install the new air filter, ensuring it fits snugly. Finally, reattach the air cleaner cover and the side cover before replacing the seat.