Removing engine compartment components
Removing the air cleaner (ACL) housing
Pull the air intake backwards (towards the engine) so that it disconnects from its mounting under the front cover plate.
Disconnect the hose clamp for the air hose.
Remove all the air hoses and connectors from the air cleaner (ACL).
Remove the air cleaner (ACL) housing from its mountings. Pull it straight up.
Applies only to turbocharged cars
Carefully heat around the pipe at the charge air cooler (CAC). Use a hot air gun. Loosen and remove the pipe.