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Your Honda Civic’s air filter helps trap and remove dust, dirt, and contaminants from the outside air before entering your vehicle's engine. Changing your 2016 to 2019 Honda Civic’s air filter is a simple maintenance activity that can improve fuel economy and engine performance. It’s recommended that you change your Honda Civic’s air filter every 12,000 to 15,000 miles, but your Civic’s service manual will detail the manufacturer’s maintenance intervals. A clogged air filter can cause your vehicle to have reduced fuel economy, misfire, make unusual engine noises, or you may smell gas when starting your Honda Civic. Our detailed step-by-step instructions will help you perform an air filter replacement on your 2016 to 2019 Honda Civic to help keep your car running at its best.

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We will be changing the air filter on this 2019 Honda Civic, but the procedure will be similar for any late model Civic. If you’re not completely comfortable doing this yourself, we’d be happy to recommend a professional technician in your area.

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Step 1.1 remove the old air filter and unclip the fasteners on the air filter housing

Step 1: Remove the Old Air Filter

Open and support the hood, and locate the air filter housing. Remove the four screws, or unclip the fasteners on either side of the housing.

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Step 1.2 lift the lid of the assembly and remove the old filter

Lift the lid of the assembly and remove the old filter.

Do It Right: Make sure the inside of the air filter housing is clear of leaves and debris.

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Step 2.1 put the new filter in place, making the edges flush with the assembly

Step 2: Install the New Air Filter

Put the new filter in place, making sure all its edges are flush with the assembly.

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Step 2.2 lower the lid and make sure it is sealed properly

Lower the lid of the assembly and make sure it’s sealed properly. Clip the fasteners back into place and make sure the lid is securely in place.

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These step-by-step instructions and video detail how to replace the air filter in your 2016, 2017, 2018, and 2019 Honda Civic. The replacement procedures will also be similar for select Honda Civic LX and Sport models between 2019 and 2020. Replacing the air filter on your Civic removes contaminants from the outside air before it enters your Honda’s engine, and can improve your car’s engine performance and gas mileage. Your 2016 to 2019 Honda Civic’s owner’s manual will detail the replacement intervals, but if you notice a dirty or clogged air filter or reduced gas mileage, you can replace the air filter more often to ensure optimum performance.

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