2016 Toyota Corolla air filter question

[DoubleJ]

So, I needed to change the air filter in my 2016 Toyota Corolla.  I opened the air box and there are 2 filters in there.  I can only find the one on the right for sale anywhere.  Does anyone know what the one on the left, still in the top of the box is called so I can replace that one as well?

Thanks

[Woodchuck]

The one on the left is just a screen to stop big stuff, just knock it clean, replace the other one.

[DoubleJ]

The housing it's in has the MAF sensor.  Is it safe to be knocking it around?

[724wd]

The housing it's in has the MAF sensor.  Is it safe to be knocking it around?

i ran into that with my 05 tundra. that secondary "screen" is firmly attached to the housing, too.

[Woodchuck]

The housing it's in has the MAF sensor.  Is it safe to be knocking it around?

i ran into that with my 05 tundra. that secondary "screen" is firmly attached to the housing, too.

If it's secure, don't fiddle with it.

[DoubleJ]

The car isn't under warranty.  Does the screen do anything?  Could it be restricting air flow?  I have the LE Eco model and get about 40mpg but, I'd love to get more if more air flow will help

[Woodchuck]

The car isn't under warranty.  Does the screen do anything?  Could it be restricting air flow?  I have the LE Eco model and get about 40mpg but, I'd love to get more if more air flow will help

it's there to protect the maf from chunks, I wouldn't touch it. Just trust that some smart guy from Toyota had a plan.

[jackelope]

The car isn't under warranty.  Does the screen do anything?  Could it be restricting air flow?  I have the LE Eco model and get about 40mpg but, I'd love to get more if more air flow will help

it's there to protect the maf from chunks, I wouldn't touch it. Just trust that some smart guy from Toyota had a plan.

I bet you've used that line before.

[Woodchuck]

The car isn't under warranty.  Does the screen do anything?  Could it be restricting air flow?  I have the LE Eco model and get about 40mpg but, I'd love to get more if more air flow will help

it's there to protect the maf from chunks, I wouldn't touch it. Just trust that some smart guy from Toyota had a plan.

I bet you've used that line before.

Many times but usually with much less tact. 

[dewandgin]

I am not sure about Toyota but in GM vehicles it is for emissions. It stops/filters the hydrocarbons and other gases from leaving the intake manifold after the vehicle has been shut off.

[724wd]

The housing it's in has the MAF sensor.  Is it safe to be knocking it around?

i ran into that with my 05 tundra. that secondary "screen" is firmly attached to the housing, too.

If it's secure, don't fiddle with it.

OOPS...  I only pried one corner off...