The search function isn't working for me. I keep getting error messages and "stopword" msgs.. Is there a thread on how to change/ install the air filter on a 2005TL?? Thanks.

 

cabin or engine?

 

either way just google it and add Acurazine to the search words.

 

https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/diy-replacing-cabin-air-filter-3g-garage-diy-f-130-a-583555/
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/air-filtration-3g-garage-diy-f-130-a-555135/
https://acurazine.com/forums/3g-tl-2004-2008-93/cabin-filter-replacement-mod-3g-garage-f-130-a-591437/

 

engine.. Im replacing the cabin filter too but I already saved those instructions..

 

open airbox take out old and insert new....its that easy...i believe there is like 6 screws to take out...

 

It's really that simple?? I figured it would be more involved since everything else on this car seems to be hidden. Thanks!

 

sorry, i figured you had issues with the difficult one
yeah, its pretty simple. the flex hose is a little stiff and you may need to wiggle things around to get proper access, but its just a few screws...

 

4 screws to be exact...make sure you have a LONG screw driver for the back right one.

 

10MM on a speedhandle for the win!

 

There are also two plastic "clips" that secure a plastic conduit which runs along the rear (throttle body side) of the upper housing. You need to remove those from their inserts as well.

 

Just take off the 4 clips along the Air Filter housing and 4 Screws, pull the housing up, then take out old filter and put in the new one. This is probably the easiest things you can do on your car besides adding fluids!