2007 Liberty KJ Factory Service Manual 9 - ENGINE

AIR CLEANER ELEMENT

REMOVAL



NOTE: Housing removal is not necessary for element (filter) replacement.


1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
(Refer to 8 - ELECTRICAL/BATTERY SYSTEM/BATTERY - REMOVAL)
2. Disconnect the air pressure sensor and intake air temperature sensor electrical connectors.
3. Pry up both spring clips from front of housing cover, (spring clips retain cover to housing).
4. Release housing cover from locating tabs located on rear of housing, and lift cover.
5. Remove air cleaner element from the housing.

INSTALLATION



NOTE: Clean housing and inspect the gasket for damage before installing a clean filter. Replace as necessary.


1. Install element into housing.
2. Position the housing cover into the rear housing locating tabs and seat the cover onto the housing.
3. Attach the air intake duct and tighten the clamp to 5 N.m (44 in. lbs.).
4. Connect the air pressure sensor and intake air temperature sensor electrical connectors.
5. Attach spring clips and lock the cover to the housing.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.