Honda Accord: Air Cleaner Element
Inspection / Replacement - Intake Air System - Fuel and Emissions - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: Air Cleaner Element Inspection / Replacement

1. Open the air cleaner housing cover (A).

2. Remove the air cleaner element (B) from the air


2. Remove the air cleaner element (B) from the air cleaner housing (C).

3. 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.

4. Clean and remove any debris from inside the air cleaner.

5. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

- If you did not replace the air cleaner element, this procedure is complete.

- If the maintenance minder required air cleaner replacement, reset the maintenance minder (see page 3-7).

- If the idle speed fluctuates, do the idle speed inspection (see page 11-292).

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    Intake Air Resonator Removal / Installation
    1. Do the battery removal procedure (see page 22-92). 2. Remove the air cleaner (see page 11-332). 3. Remove the battery base (A) 4. Remove the front grille cover.  - 2-door (see page 2 ...

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