Lincoln Corsair: Maintenance / Changing the Engine Air Filter - 2.0L/2.3L
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running.
When changing the air filter element, use
only parts that meet or exceed our
specifications.
When servicing the air cleaner on vehicles
with a turbocharger, it is important that no
foreign material enter the air induction
system. The engine and turbocharger are
susceptible to damage from even small
particles.
Change the air filter element at the proper
interval.
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.
Gas Engines

- Using a screwdriver, loosen the clamp
on the air filter housing cover.
- Gently pull the boot back away from the
air filter housing cover.
- Release the two clips from the air filter
housing cover.
- Remove the air filter housing cover.
- Remove the air filter element from the air
filter housing.
- Wipe any dirt or debris from the air filter
housing assembly to make sure no dirt
gets in the engine and to make sure you
have a good seal.

- Install a new air filter element. Be careful
not to crimp the filter element edges
between the air filter housing and cover.
This could cause filter damage and allow
unfiltered air to enter the engine if it is
not properly seated.
- Install the air filter housing cover.
- Engage the clips to secure the air filter
housing cover to the air filter housing.
- Reconnect the boot to the air filter
housing cover and tighten securely.
Engine Oil Dipstick
Minimum.
Nominal.
Maximum.
Engine Oil Check
WARNING: Do not work on a hot
engine.
To check the engine oil level consistently
and accurately, do the following:
Make sure the parking brake is on...
WARNING: To reduce the risk of
vehicle damage and personal burn injuries,
do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it
while the engine is running...
Other information:
Materials
Name
Specification
Motorcraft® Metal Brake Parts CleanerPM-4-A, PM-4-B, APM-4-C
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Removal
WARNING:
Service actions on vehicles equipped with electronic brake
booster and electronic parking brakes may cause unexpected brake
application, which could result in injury to hands or fingers...
Special Tool(s) /
General Equipment
Punch
Copper Hammer
Remove the front subframe.
Refer to: Front Subframe (502-00 Uni-Body, Subframe and Mounting System, Removal and Installation).
Remove the catalytic converter...