Air Cleaner Element Inspection/Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Air Cleaner Element Inspection/Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Open the air cleaner housing cover (A).
    Fig 1: Opening Air Cleaner Housing Cover
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  2. Remove the air cleaner element (B) from the air cleaner housing (C).
  3. Clean and remove any debris from inside the air cleaner housing.
  4. Check the air cleaner element for damage or clogging. If it is damaged or clogged, replace it.
    NOTE: Do not use compressed air to clean the air cleaner element.
  5. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
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