How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter - Chevrolet 2009 Impala Owner's Manual

When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II
intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each
50,000 mile (80 000 km) interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. 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.
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To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the
following:
1. Lift the filter cover tabs on top of the engine air
cleaner/filter housing.