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How To: Change the Air Filter on a 2015 to 2020 Ford F-150

O'Reilly Auto Parts · 376K views · 1:32

Skill Level

Beginner

Time Required

< 1 hr

Estimated Cost

$0–50

Equipment

Ford F-150
Your late model Ford F-150’s air filter helps trap and eliminate dust, dirt, and contaminants from the outside air before entering your truck’s engine. Changing your 2015-2020 Ford F-150’s air filter is a simple and quick repair that can improve fuel economy and engine performance. It’s recommended that you should change your F-150’s air filter every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, but your truck’s service manual will detail the manufacturer’s maintenance intervals. A clogged air filter can cause your truck to misfire, make unusual engine noises, or you may smell gas when starting your F-150. Our detailed step-by-step instructions will help you perform an air filter installed in your F-150 easily and keep your truck running at its best. Supplies Needed for This Job: 1. Safety Glasses: https://orly.cc/4e7cFKz 2. Gloves: https://orly.cc/3YKu3QZ 3. Air Filter: https://orly.cc/414QrWc 0:00 Welcome Back 0:32 Remove the Old Filter 0:55 Install the New Filter Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oreillyautoparts/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oreillyautoparts/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/oreillyauto Find your local O’Reilly Auto Parts: https://www.oreillyauto.com/locations Check out Saab Kyles Favorite Garage Supplies: https://urlzs.com/jg78 Shop all your automotive needs: https://www.oreillyauto.com/ Subscribe and ring the notification bell! http://bit.ly/2bTyluF On our channel we cover several different topics: Automotive Product Overviews Do It Yourself Automotive Repair DIY Auto Maintenance Simple Automotive Diagnostics Automotive and Vehicle Education Videos O’Reilly Auto Parts is an auto parts retailer that provides automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories in the United States serving both the professional service providers and do-it-yourself customers. From our roots as a single store in 1957 to our current size of 5,219 locations (and growing), we've come a long way. We pride ourselves on offering well researched, and reliable automotive information on our channel. #OReillyPowered #FordF150 #F150 #CarMaintenance Open the hood on your late model Ford F-150… and locate the air filter housing. Disengage the clips securing the lid of the air filter housing. Pull out slightly on the lid to disengage the tabs on the back side… and lift the cover. Take out the old air filter. Make sure the inside of the F150 air filter housing is clear of leaves and debris. Put your new Ford F150 air filter in, making sure it’s seated and oriented properly in the housing. Slide the tabs at the back of the air filter housing lid into place. Secure the air filter housing lid by clipping the two tabs. …and close late model Ford F-150 the hood. This video and step-by-step instruction details how to replace the cabin air filter on your 2015, 2016, 2017, or 2018 Ford F-150, 2017 Ford F-350, or 2018 Ford Expedition Limited and Expedition Max Limited. There may be some variation from one year or model to the next, so make sure and know the specifics for your 2015-2018 F-150, 2017 F-350, or 2018 Expedition before getting started. Replacing the cabin air filter on your F-Series truck or Expedition can help limit the amount of allergens and dust present in the interior air vents. Your Ford owner’s manual will specify a replacement interval, but if the cabin air filter in your F-150 is clogged, you may notice a reduction of airflow and odors from the vent.