One of the many benefits of upgrading to a Pipercross Air Filter is having the ability to wash and re-use your air filter, instead of having to buy a new one! This means that after just a few services, your upgraded air filter has paid for itself!
While cleaning your air filter is an easy process, it is important to do it correctly in order to avoid damaging the important filtration media that protects your engine from harmful contaminants! We have developed a specialist filter cleaning kit that includes; a cleaner that is safe to use on both our foam and pleated filters; a filter oil that can be applied optionally for improved filtration efficiency on foam and pleated panel filters, perfect for use in offroad/dusty conditions (NOTE: Plus Panel Filters require re-oiling before reinstallation)
Please see the relevant cleaning instructions for each filter type below. It is important that you follow these steps in order to maintain your products lifetime warranty!
but first, purchase your cleaning kit:
NOW, LETS GET CLEANING!
How To Clean:
Performance Panel Filters
Step 1, Removal:
Firstly, locate your vehicles air box within the engine bay. It's typically a black plastic box situated beside the engine. Unfasten the clips or undo the screws to open it, taking care to not drop an screws into the engine bay. Carefully remove the foam air filter, taking note of its orientation to ensure correct reinstallation later.
Step 2, Dry Cleaning:
Gently remove any loose dirt and debris using a soft bristle brush or by simply tapping the air filter lightly against a clean surface. This initial cleaning step helps remove larger particles and prevents excessive dirt from contaminating the wash water.
Step 3, Cleaning:
Liberally apply Pipercross Air Filter Cleaner to the filter and lightly agitate with a soft bristle brush. When the entirety of the filter has been brushed, allow to soak for approximately 5 minutes.
Step 4, Rinsing:
Rinse the filter with warm, low pressure water from the clean side of the filter to the dirty side.
Step 5, Drying:
Allow the filter to dry naturally! Do NOT apply any heat or leave in direct sunlight.
Step 6, Inspection:
Repeat the above steps, if necessary, until the filter is completely clean.
Step 7, Oiling (optional):
If your Pipercross Air Filter requires oiling, follow this step (If you are unsure whether your filter requires oiling, don't hesitate to contact us to find out). Shake Pipercross Dirt Retention Additive well before use. Spray a light mist over the dirty side of the air filter and allow to set for at least one hour before reinstallation. Ensure that you do NOT over-oil your filter to avoid contaminating your vehicles MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor.
Step 8, Reinstallation:
When you are satisfied with the cleanliness of the air filter, reinstall into your vehicle. Make sure that the orientation of the air filter in the airbox is correct and that all clips and screws are re-fitted correctly.
How To Clean:
Plus Panel Filters
Step 1, Removal:
Firstly, locate your vehicles air box within the engine bay. It's typically a black plastic box situated beside the engine. Unfasten the clips or undo the screws to open it, taking care to not drop an screws into the engine bay. Carefully remove the foam air filter, taking note of its orientation to ensure correct reinstallation later.
Step 2, Dry Cleaning:
Gently remove any loose dirt and debris using a soft bristle brush or by simply tapping the air filter lightly against a clean surface. This initial cleaning step helps remove larger particles and prevents excessive dirt from contaminating the wash water.
Step 3, Cleaning:
Liberally apply Pipercross Air Filter Cleaner to the filter and lightly agitate with a soft bristle brush. When the entirety of the filter has been brushed, allow to soak for approximately 5 minutes.
Step 4, Rinsing:
Rinse the filter with warm, low pressure water from the clean side of the filter to the dirty side.
Step 5, Drying:
Allow the filter to dry naturally! Do NOT apply any heat or leave in direct sunlight.
Step 6, Inspection:
Repeat the above steps, if necessary, until the filter is completely clean.
Step 7, Oiling:
Pipercross Plus Panel filters require oiling - Shake Pipercross Dirt Retention Additive well before use. Spray a light mist over the dirty side of the air filter and allow to set for at least one hour before reinstallation. Ensure that you do NOT over-oil your filter to avoid contaminating your vehicles MAF (Mass Air Flow) sensor.
Step 8, Reinstallation:
When you are satisfied with the cleanliness of the air filter, reinstall into your vehicle. Make sure that the orientation of the air filter in the airbox is correct and that all clips and screws are re-fitted correctly.
