Open the tailgate.
Loosen the clamp (Item 1) [Figure 60-40-1] and remove the hose from the intake manifold.
NOTE: Plug the intake manifold to prevent any contamination from entering the engine.
Remove the bolts (Item 1) [Figure 60-40-2] from the air cleaner.
Lower the air cleaner assembly and remove the air filter indicator hose (Item 1) [Figure 60-40-3].
Remove the air cleaner assembly from the excavator.