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Old Jun 5, 2007 | 06:33 AM
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How does one go about cleaning/recharging filter.
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Take off the cover, release the filter, clean it, recoat it, reinstall it and put the cover back on.
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If you have access to a lift,it can be removed from underneath the car as well.Just release the clamp and pull it out.It's helpful to have someone to guide it into the power duct as you reinstall.
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Take off the cover, release the filter, clean it, recoat it, reinstall it and put the cover back on.
What do you recoat it with?
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you can get the cleaning solution and oil to recoat it from Breathless Performance,or get a K&N clean and recharge(recoat) kit which work as well.
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you can get the cleaning solution and oil to recoat it from Breathless Performance,or get a K&N clean and recharge(recoat) kit which work as well.
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On average how long between cleanings?
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