service schedule Acura TL 2000 3.2 User Guide

Air Cleaner Element
The air cleaner element should becleaned or replaced according to thetime and distance recommendations
in the maintenance schedule.
Cleaning (Severe Conditions)
Clean the air cleaner element by
blowing compressed air through it in
the opposite direction to normal air
flow. If you do not have access to
compressed air (such as a service station), ask your Acura dealer to do
this service.
Follow the replacement procedure
for removal and reinstallation.
Replacement
The air cleaner element is inside the air cleaner housing on the driver's
side of the engine compartment
To replace it:BOLTS
1. Loosen the four bolts and remove the air cleaner housing cover.
2. Remove the old air cleaner element.
3. Carefully clean the inside of the air cleaner housing with a damp
rag.
AIR CLEANER ELEMENT
4. Place the new air cleaner element in the air cleaner housing.
5. Reinstall the air cleaner housing cover, tighten the four bolts.
Maintenance