How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - GMC 2005 Safari Owner's Manual

When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the engine air cleaner/filter every
15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every
45,000 miles (75 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty
conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the air cleaner/filter remove the filter from the
vehicle and lightly shake the filter to release loose
dust and dirt. If the filter remains caked with dirt, a new
filter is required.
To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the
following:
1. Unsnap both clips on the filter cover.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter.
4. Replace the cover.
5. Snap both clips to secure the 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 flame 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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