Chevrolet 2009 Corvette Owner's Manual page 306

3. Remove the screws holding the filter element in
place.
4. Inspect or replace the filter. See Maintenance
Replacement Parts on page 6-14.
5. Reverse Steps 1 and 3 to replace the air
cleaner/filter cover.
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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 the engine, which will damage it. Always have
the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving.