charcoal mesh filter

Does this item need to be replaced ever? Mine looks pretty bad.

 

I’m do not believe we replace that

 

That's what I was figuring, didn't seem to want to come out. Thank you.

 

It's not designed to be replaced, some people remove them.
It shouldn't get dirty if the air filter is seated properly.

 

And if you do remove it and go to get smogged in CA you will fail if you have a tech who goes by the book and checks for it.

 

Good thing I'm an AZ resident.

 

I gently persuaded it out years ago, only to put it back in. Nonetheless, the only way to replace it is to purchase a whole new air intake from the filter to the TB. Definitely not worth it.

 

I pulled mine a few weeks ago. Feels like i gained a little low end after removing it and installing a fresh air filter (4cyl)

 

It does not get removed.

Removing it does not increase power.

 

Pretty sure it looks that way because it is impregnated with charcoal.