Boxster air filter

[TMM986]

It's in the engine compartment - there are good instructions available here on how to do the job:

http://www.dietersmotorsports.com/tech/2003/6-2003.htm

Accessing the engine is pretty easy after you have done it once or twice.

Good luck!

[schnellman]

I also have a '98 and the first time I changed the air filter on the engine it was pretty scary actually. You have to remove the carpet over the engine, then the insulated engine cover, etc, etc.
If you are having a problem you can PM me and I'll give you a call and we can walk through it while standing by the cars.

[texomawaves]

I'm going to check it out tonight. I suspect the filter is going to be filthy. Thank you all, and the info is greatly appreciated! I'll return the favor to other newbies some day.

[2K3_Boxster_S]

I never change mine.

[RandallNeighbour]

2K3, shouldn't that be more of a confession vs. a statement?

Dirty/clogged air filters not only harm fuel economy, they can starve the motor for air and that's not good.

I change my air filters in the box once a year (with every oil change).

I'm not concerned about the fuel economy nearly as much as I want to treat my motor to big gulps of fresh, filtered air so I can keep it happy for many, many years. :dance:

So, I change my air filter and pollen filter annually with the oil change. Since the air filter is only changed once per calendar year, I don't mind spending ten bucks more on a factory filter vs. an oil-based aftermarket unit.

[2K3_Boxster_S]

Originally Posted by RandallNeighbour

2K3, shouldn't that be more of a confession vs. a statement?

Dirty/clogged air filters not only harm fuel economy, they can starve the motor for air and that's not good.

I change my air filters in the box once a year (with every oil change).

I'm not concerned about the fuel economy nearly as much as I want to treat my motor to big gulps of fresh, filtered air so I can keep it happy for many, many years. :dance:

So, I change my air filter and pollen filter annually with the oil change. Since the air filter is only changed once per calendar year, I don't mind spending ten bucks more on a factory filter vs. an oil-based aftermarket unit.

I have yet to find a filter that flows more than a K&N. (i do clean it, just not change it ) Run them in every car I own.

[conseco_man]

Air filter at O'reillys for a 2000 is $25 or so. Piece for cake to replace.