Nissan Pathfinder: Do-it-yourself - Air cleaner

Basic Information

WARNING

• Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner filter not only cleans the intake air, it also stops the flame if the engine backfires. If the air cleaner is not installed and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Never drive with the air cleaner filter off. Be cautious working on the engine when the air cleaner is off.
• Never pour fuel into the throttle body or attempt to start the engine with the air cleaner removed. Doing so could result in serious injury.

To remove the filter from the air cleaner, push the tabs A and pull the cover upward.

The dry paper type filter element may be cleaned and reused. Replace the air filter according to the maintenance log shown in the "Maintenance and schedules" section of this manual.

When replacing the air filter, wipe the inside of the air cleaner housing and the cover with a damp cloth.

NOTE: After installing a new air cleaner, make sure the air cleaner cover is seated in the housing and latch the clips A .

In-cabin microfilter

Your vehicle may be equipped with an in-cabin microfilter which collects dirt, pollen, dust, etc. and reduces some objectionable outside odors.

The in-cabin microfilter is located within the instrument panel. Replace the filter in accordance with the specified maintenance intervals listed in the "Maintenance and schedules" section of this manual.

If replacement is required, it is recommended that you visit a NISSAN retailer for this service.

The filter should be replaced if the air flow decreases significantly or if window fog up easily when operating the heater or air conditioner.

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