Stupid question air filter 740 turbo

[alsner]

Has anyone got any top tips for removing the lid on the air-filter box? Talk about a pain because everything is in the way, radiator hose, turbo hose and EFI connector? Is it just a case of removing turbo inlet hose and disconnecting EFi connector and using a tad of persuasion around the rad hose.

Also where's the best place to get a "decent" filter from? GSF or main stealers?

Ali

[ivor940]

Originally Posted by alsner

where's the best place to get a "decent" filter from? GSF or main stealers?

Ali

Hi, Make sure the air filter is one for a turbo engine. The turbo air filters have extra side supports glued onto the sides of the airfilter, so the airfilter is held solidly and is not floppy. This is needed as the force from air going to the turbo can vary a lot quicker than a non turbo engine.
In relation to removing the cover, it is a bit fiddly. You can remove the MAF connector and refit it after the airfilter change while the ignition is off. If you forget to reconnect it, and start the engine, the Lambda light will come on. If this happens, just reconnect the MAF and reset the light. Be careful with the clips on the cover itself as they are known to break the plastic housing.

ivor940