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2003 Ford Focus how do I replace the air filter?

Tiny
JEREMYF1983
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  • 2003 FORD FOCUS
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 109,000 MILES
I cant figure how to replace air filter ther are to bolts and only one loosens the other spins. Might be stripped! Is the air filter replaceable.I went to auto zone and they gave a filter just cant get the box open. Very frustrating! Help!
Sunday, August 16th, 2009 AT 1:33 PM

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Tiny
SCHRIMPIEMAN
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  • 166 POSTS
Some Focus models have a permanent foam-type air filter. Not regularly servicable. This design has the filter near the radiator, kind of low in the engine bay. Don't bother messing with it unless you are sure it needs to be replaced.

If your filter is nearest the windshield/firewall, then this type is the regular paper-pleated type. Just get creative and tug the top off the base. Figure out a way to get the thing off.
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Saturday, August 22nd, 2009 AT 8:17 PM
Tiny
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Schrimpieman is right its not serviceable from the factory. However you can usually get a new filter and box from your local parts store and then it will have a replaceable filter.
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