Changing The Air Filter - Ford F150 1997 Owner's Manual

preset radio stations must be
reset once the battery is
reconnected.
• Always dispose of used
automotive batteries in a
responsible manner. Follow your
community's standards for
disposal. Call your local
recycling center to find out
more about recycling automotive
batteries.

CHANGING THE AIR FILTER

1. Loosen the clamp that secures
the air cleaner in place.
2. Separate the two halves of the
air cleaner.
3. Remove the air filter element
from the open end of the engine
air cleaner and replace it with a
new element. Be careful not to
crimp the filter edges between
halves. This could cause filter
damage if not properly seated.
4. Replace the two halves of the
air cleaner and secure the clamp.
For information on replacement air
filter elements, refer to the
Capacities and specifications
chapter.
REPLACING THE WIPER
BLADES
If the windshield wiper blades do
not work properly after cleaning,
replacement of the blade element
may be necessary.
To replace the windshield wiper
blades:
Maintenance and care
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