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Recommended Procedure:

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Inspect the air cleaner inlet and ducting to make sure it is not blocked or collapsed. Inspect the air cleaner housing and filter for proper installation.

Inspect for any indication of water intrusion into air cleaner/filter.

If necessary, use Pressure Adapter Kit 014-00761 or equivalent to install a Magnehelic® gauge on the port on the air cleaner and measure restriction at high idle.

Fig 1: Identifying F-Super Duty Air Filter Restriction Gauge
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Fig 2: Locating E-Series Air Filter Restriction Gauge
G03982214Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Fig 3: Magnehelic® Gauge
GF0001640Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.