AEM Filter + K&N Cleaner = WTH

[Marie]

Hello Yaris World,

I am regretfully embarassed to say that I do not know what the hell I am doing anymore.

Long story short, I ordered a K&N Synthetic Air Filter Cleaner for my AEM Filter. I followed the video instructions. I did not notice any dirt come off of the filter. How many miles can you go without changing the air filter? I was told 20,000.

Anyway, it is now approximately 30 hours later and my filter is still not dry. AEM is sending me a new filter apparently, but has not confirmed it with me yet.

I am getting impatient and I started using my hair dryer on it. Now I am worried that I am damaging it and dust will get in my engine if I use it.

And if I finally dry my air filter, and it is okay to use it, how long will I be able to use it until I need to replace it?

I am definitely planning on replacing it in two weeks or so, but I want to hear from someone that this is probably okay at least for however long...

Thank you for any information you can give me.