12 SERVICE WORK ON THE CHASSIS 65
12.25 Removing the air filter
Note
Engine failure Unfiltered intake air has a negative effect on the service life of the engine.
– Never operate the vehicle without an air filter as dust and dirt will enter the engine and lead to increased wear.
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Preparatory work
– Remove the air filter box cover. ( p. 64)
K00077-10
Main work
–
Detach air filter holding bracket
at the bottom and swing it to one side. Remove
the air filter with the air filter support.
– Remove the air filter from the air filter support.
12.26 Installing the air filter
L00943-10
Main work
– Mount the clean air filter on the air filter support.
–
Grease the air filter in area
.
Long-life grease ( p. 126)
K00080-10
– Insert both parts together, position them and fasten them using the air filter hold-
ing bracket
.
The arrow of marking UP faces up.
Info
If the air filter is not correctly mounted, dust and dirt can enter the engine
and cause damage.
Finishing work
– Install the air filter box cover. ( p. 64)
12.27 Cleaning the air filter and air filter box
Warning
Environmental hazard Hazardous substances cause environmental damage.
– Oil, grease, filters, fuel, cleaners, brake fluid, etc., should be disposed of as stipulated in applicable regulations.
Info
Do not clean the air filter with fuel or petroleum since these substances attack the foam.
Preparatory work
– Remove the air filter box cover. ( p. 64)
– Remove the air filter. ( p. 65)
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