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    Air filter replacement (need help - how to remove filter?)

    Hi all,
    Need to replace the air filter (Micra SV 2017). Checked the manual, says after unclipping the 2 front clips, "release the holders at the back of the unit, then pull the unit upward". Cannot see or release any back holders. First time having problems with such a simple task as replacing an air filter, was very straightforward on other cars I owned before.
    Any one has a suggestion or a video?
    Thank you



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    After thinking it over, it struck me that I should search for Versa instead of Micra (because of a similar design). Sure, found a couple of videos right away. Seems that you have to pull the cover at an angle (towards yourself and up at the same time), hoping that you are able to align the tabs without seeing them when pushing the cover back in the opposite direction after you are done, and nothing will break.
    Obviously, no one in the videos wiped the inside with a rag as recommended in the manual, because it's impossible due to limited access.
    Will try tomorrow, and will report on any issues.
    See the two links below
    https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/2...r_engine/check
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Abn-lUwQKig

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    Following instructions in my last post, have not found any difficulties with changing the filter. The FRAM CA11215 I put in, has a flexible frame, while the original NISSAN filter is rigid frame. The NISSAN filter frame was chipped in one spot, but hopefully the air was not being sucked in through that large chip. If you still have an original filter, I suggest checking it for any damage.
    The cavity looked very clean, so I did not try to wipe it, which could probably be done with a damp rag wrapped around a stick or other elongated object.

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    Yura, thanks for reporting back with a solution and those links.

    I'm surprised nobody else chimed in!


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