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Replacing the Air Filter on Mazda CX-5

Model: Mazda CX-5 MK 1, KE - Years 2012-2017
Part: Air filter

Do you want to replace the air filter in your car? Here’s how to change the air filter on a Mazda CX-5. Unclip and lift the front bonnet of the car, then locate the air filter housing on the right side of the engine bay. Unclip the securing fasteners of the plastic housing, open the air kit: remove the cap of the filter box and extract the worn air filter. Insert a new filter into the designated housing (ensuring it fits snugly around the edges). Refit the cap of the air box and secure the clips. Close the front bonnet after completing the assembly and maintenance.

Updated on 10 April 2026 by ScegliAuto

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