2015 Lincoln MKT Owner Manual Printing 1 - Page 312

Maintenance 311 Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. Changing the air filter element 3.7L V6/2.0L EcoBoost® engine 3.5L V6 EcoBoost® engine 1. On the passenger's side of the air filter housing, release the two clamps from the air filter housing cover. 2. Lift the passenger's side of the cover and push the cover toward the passenger's side. Release the three tabs on the cover from the three slots in the driver's side of the housing. 3. Carefully separate the cover from the housing. 4. Remove the air filter element from the housing. 5. Wipe the cover and the housing clean to remove any dirt or debris and to make sure the cover seals to the housing. 6. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the housing and the cover. This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 2015 MKT (mkt) Owners Guide gf, 1st Printing, October 2014 USA (fus)