Air Filter Element — Replacement (Opel Vectra A)

Full service every 30,000 km or 24 months.

Round type

1. Release the spring clips from the air cleaner cover.

2 Unscrew and remove the small screw securing the cover extension (extension) to the main body.

3. Loosen and remove the three central nuts securing the air filter to the carburetor, being careful not to damage the gaskets (see illustration).



4. Separate the cover from the main body, then remove the element (see illustration).



5. Wipe clean the inside surfaces of the cover and main body.

6. Place the new element into the air filter housing and install the cover.

Square type

7. To improve access, disconnect the coolant hose from the air cleaner cover.



8. Release the two clips on the left side of the cover and remove the two screws on the right side, then lift the cover enough to remove the element.

9. Wipe clean the inside surfaces of the cover and main body.

10. Installation is carried out in reverse order.