Air Cleaner Element Removal/Installation - 3.0L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda B3000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the air cleaner outlet tube from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor.

Fig 1: Removing Air Cleaner Outlet Tube From Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor - With Torque Specifications
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Disengage the two engine air cleaner snap clamps.

Fig 2: Disengaging Engine Air Cleaner Snap Clamps
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Lift the engine air cleaner cover.

Fig 3: Lifting Engine Air Cleaner Cover
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Remove the air cleaner element.

Fig 4: Removing Air Cleaner Element
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CAUTION:
- Snap clamps must be engaged or damage to the engine air cleaner may occur.
Install in reverse order of removal.