Air Cleaner Element Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the air cleaner element. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF] .) (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
- Inspect the following items:
- If there is any abnormality, clean or replace the air cleaner element.
- Has the replacement interval come?
- Is the air cleaner element soiled, damaged, or bent?
- Are the air cleaner case and the air cleaner element correctly sealed?
- Is the correct air cleaner element installed?
- If there is any abnormality, clean or replace the air cleaner element.