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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMERCURY2006MARINER 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISMAINTENANCETUNE-UP AND ENGINE PERFORMANCE CHECKSAIR CLEANER HOUSINGSERVICE AND REPAIR
2006 Mercury Mariner 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1
Air Cleaner Housing: Service and Repair
2006 Mercury Mariner 4WD V6-3.0L VIN 1SECTION Service and Repair
AIR CLEANER
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Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
2. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the air cleaner outlet pipe.
- To install, tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
3. NOTE: No tools are needed to remove the air cleaner assembly. Removal should be carried out using hands only.
Remove the bolt and release the two air cleaner feet from the rubber grommets.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
4. NOTE:
- Make sure that the two air cleaner feet are seated into the rubber grommets under the air cleaner assembly.
- The air cleaner outlet pipe should be securely sealed to prevent unmetered air from entering the engine.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Exploded View
Removal and Installation
1. Disconnect the mass air flow (MAF) sensor electrical connector.
2. Loosen the clamp and disconnect the air cleaner outlet pipe.
- To install, tighten to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
3. NOTE: No tools are needed to remove the air cleaner assembly. Removal should be carried out using hands only.
Remove the bolt and release the two air cleaner feet from the rubber grommets.
- Remove the air cleaner assembly.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
4. NOTE:
- Make sure that the two air cleaner feet are seated into the rubber grommets under the air cleaner assembly.
- The air cleaner outlet pipe should be securely sealed to prevent unmetered air from entering the engine.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.