2002 Acura EL air filter replacement

Tiny
OPS440
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  • 2002 ACURA EL
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 142,000 MILES
How to change the engine air filter? Tried un screwing a couple of screws but one got jammed not sure if all screws are really needed cause I might have to break it off in order to get the cover off thanks. Im hoping im taking off the right cover. Thanks
Sunday, March 8th, 2009 AT 4:00 PM

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Tiny
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Yes all the screws must come out. Unforunately on these models the screws get real rusted.

Try pry up on the filter housing with a prybar while loosening the screw, sometimes this works. If it doesn't, you'll have to cut the head off.
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Thursday, March 26th, 2009 AT 5:59 PM

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