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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 11:54 AM
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Default air filter on 2004 ls430

where is the air filter in the engine compartment,took off all the covers ,can't locate it: thanks
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 11:57 AM
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Right front of the engine compartment, adjacent to headlight.
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 01:32 PM
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As Jay mentioned, its in the front right corner of your engine bay. Can't miss it.
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 02:28 PM
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passenger side
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Old Aug 24, 2010 | 02:41 PM
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here you go. take a look at the area circled. Should be about 4-6 clips holding that cover on...
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Old Mar 5, 2011 | 08:20 PM
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Thanks for the picture! I'm trying my hand at a few very easy DIY so this definitely help.
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Old May 3, 2011 | 06:21 PM
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Any suggestions for opening the compartment? There is a latch on the right side but having a hard time with other release mechanisms.
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Old May 3, 2011 | 11:56 PM
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If I remember I took the tube off to make things easier. Loosen and pull back the accordian type plastic and lots of space.
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