Chevrolet 2006 Corvette Owner's Manual page 303

How to Inspect the Engine
Air Cleaner/Filters (7.0L V8 Engine)
To inspect the air cleaner/filters, remove the filters from
the vehicle and lightly shake the filters to release
loose dust and dirt. If the filters remain caked with dirt,
new filters are required.
To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filters,
do the following:
1. Remove the screws holding the filter element
in place.
2. Pull on latches found on either side of the filter.
3. Inspect or replace the filter. See Normal
Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14.
4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to replace the air
cleaner/filter cover.
CAUTION:
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Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter
off can cause you or others to be burned.
The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps
to stop flames if the engine backfires. If it is
not there and the engine backfires, you could
be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be
careful working on the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off.
Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire
can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt
can easily get into your engine, which will damage
it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place
when you are driving.
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