First, undo the MAF sensor plug
Undo the circular clip on the air intake - use circlip pliers or molegrips
Undo the 2 Phillips retaining fixings
Carefully lift the air filter box
View of the air filter cover
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 if required. Now you are ready to replace the air filter
Reassemble the air filter housing
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