Learn How to Replace Your Dirty Air Filter and Keep Your Lexus Running Smoothly
Regular maintenance is essential to keeping your Lexus ES350 running smoothly. One simple but often overlooked maintenance aspect is replacing your engine air filter. A dirty air filter can cause your engine to work harder, leading to decreased fuel economy and reduced power. This step-by-step guide will show how to replace your engine air filter on a 2011 Lexus ES350. These simple steps can save hundreds of dollars in dealership fees and keep your Lexus running like new.
Save Big Dollars with this DIY Guide to Replacing Your Lexus ES350 Engine Air Filter
Removing the Plastic Clips and Cover
Here we go…
To begin, you must remove the plastic clips holding the cover.
There are seven clips in total, and they can be easily removed with a small screwdriver or similar tool.
Once the clips are removed, take off the plastic cover to reveal the air filter box.
Removing the Air Filter Box
You must remove the air filter box to access the air filter. This can be done by loosening the clamps that hold it in place and removing the sensor and hoses. Once the air filter box is removed, you can remove the old air filter and replace it with a new one.
Installing the New Air Filter
Installing the new air filter is a simple process. Ensure the filter is oriented correctly and slide it into the air filter box. Once the filter is in place, reattach the air filter box and all the hoses and sensors. Finally, replace the plastic cover and clips to complete the job.
Conclusion:
Replacing your engine air filter is a simple but essential aspect of maintaining your Lexus ES350. Following the steps outlined in this guide can save money and keep your Lexus running smoothly. Remember to replace your air filter regularly to prevent damage to your engine and maintain optimal performance.
Note: We recommend using high-quality filters to maintain your Lexus ES350. Below are filters that cost less than those available at the dealership and are just as effective.
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- Bosch Workshop Air Filters are constructed with a high number of pleats for a robust particle holding capacity
- 98% filtration efficiency in removing small particles from the incoming air to guard against engine wear
- High velocity cellulose cured media provides minimum air resistance and ensures even pleat distance for optimum efficiency
- High quality polyurethane foam seal provides elasticity and sealing performance, while protecting against water and heat intrusion into the air intake system
- All features combined ensure only the cleanest air for strong engine protection, high-performance and better fuel efficiency
- Bosch Workshop Air Filters are constructed with a high number of pleats for a robust particle holding capacity
- 98% filtration efficiency in removing small particles from the incoming air to guard against engine wear
- High velocity cellulose cured media provides minimum air resistance and ensures even pleat distance for optimum efficiency
- High quality polyurethane foam seal provides elasticity and sealing performance, while protecting against water and heat intrusion into the air intake system
- All features combined ensure only the cleanest air for strong engine protection, high-performance and better fuel efficiency
- Bosch HEPA Premium Cabin Air Filters are designed and tested to meet High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) standards based on ISO 29463-3:2011 and provide filtration efficiency of 99.97% at 0.3 microns
- This efficiency provides ultimate protection in trapping particulates that can enter your vehicle and provides the cleanest air possible for you and your family
- Melt-blown electrostatic layer and very dense media provide greater trapping capabilities; Additional static cotton layer added to the HEPA media provides higher capacity
- Structural ribs incorporated into design ensure filter integrity, increasing the stability of the filter for optimum performance over its lifetime
- Bosch HEPA cabin filters provide true clean air for enhanced respiratory health without an added chemical odor neutralizer; Cabin air filters should be replaced at least once every 12 months (or every 12K miles)
*Options last updated on 2024-04-28 at 21:39.
