Air Cleaner Element Inspection/Replacement

Open the air cleaner housing cover (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Air Cleaner Element, Air Cleaner Housing Cover And Air Cleaner Housing
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the air cleaner element (B) from the air cleaner housing (C).
Check the air cleaner element for damaged, dirt, or clogging. If it is damaged or clogged, replace it.
NOTE: Do not use compressed air to clean the air cleaner element.
Clean and remove any debris from inside the air cleaner housing.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
If the idle speed fluctuates, do the idle speed inspection (see IDLE SPEED INSPECTION ).