Explorer AWD V8-4.6L (2010)
Air Filter Element: Service and Repair
Air Cleaner Element
Air Cleaner Element
Removal and Installation
NOTE: Do not disconnect the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
Vehicles equipped with a 4.0L (SOHC) engine
1. Detach the wiring harness retainer from the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe.
Vehicles equipped with a 4.6L (3V) engine
2. Detach the wiring harness retainer from the coolant expansion tank.
All vehicles
3. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the ACL outlet pipe from the ACL.
4. Unclip and remove the ACL cover.
5. Remove the ACL element.
6. NOTE: Clean the inside of the ACL tray.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.