AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION [L3]

1. Remove the air cleaner element. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3].)

2. Inspect the following items:

• If there is any malfunction, clean or replace the air cleaner element.

• If the replacement date has passed, replace the air cleaner element.

- Is the air cleaner element soiled, damaged, or bent?

- Are the air cleaner case and the air cleaner element correctly sealed?

- Is the correct air cleaner element installed?

Air cleaner element replacement period

Normal: every 50,000 km {31,069 mile}

Severe condition: every 25,000 km {15,534 mile}