First, unplug the MAF sensor
Now undo the two retaining clips and carefully split and seperate the air filter box
Lift out the air filter for inspection
Clean off any debris on the surface of the filter. Replace with a new filter if heavily contaminated
Check air filter box for debris. Clean out if required. Replace the air filter
Reassemble the air filter housing
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