2018_Taurus_Owners-Manual

Maintenance

CHANGING THE ENGINE AIR FILTER WARNING Do not start the engine with the air cleaner removed. This can cause damage not covered by the vehicle Warranty and can result in serious injury. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter element listed. See Capacities and Specifications (page 298). For vehicles with EcoBoost engines, when servicing the air cleaner, it is important that no foreignmaterial enters the air induction system. The engine and turbocharger are susceptible to damage from even small particles. Change the air filter element at the correct interval. See ScheduledMaintenance (page 455). Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. Resulting component damage may not be covered by the vehicleWarranty. To replace the air filter element do the following: 1. Switch the ignition off.

2. Remove the clips that secure the air filter housing cover. 3. Carefully lift the air filter housing cover. 4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 5. Wipe any dirt or debris fromthe air filter housing and cover tomake sure no dirt gets in the engine and that you have a good seal. 6. Install a new air filter element. 7. Install the air filter housing cover. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if it is not properly seated. 8. Engage the clips to secure the air filter housing cover to the air filter housing.

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