Engine Air Cleaner Filter - Jeep GLADIATOR 2022 Owner's Manual

ENGINE AIR CLEANER FILTER

For the proper maintenance intervals see
for gas engines or page 303 for diesel engines.
NOTE:
Be sure to follow the "Severe Duty Conditions" mainte-
nance interval if applicable.
WARNING!
The air induction system (air cleaner, hoses, etc.) can
provide a measure of protection in the case of engine
backfire. Do not remove the air induction system (air
cleaner, hoses, etc.) unless such removal is neces-
sary for repair or maintenance. Make sure that no
one is near the engine compartment before starting
the vehicle with the air induction system (air cleaner,
hoses, etc.) removed. Failure to do so can result in
serious personal injury.
CAUTION!
•
All air entering the engine intake must be filtered.
The abrasive particles in unfiltered air will cause
rapid wear to engine components.
•
Many aftermarket performance air filter elements
do not adequately filter the air entering the engine.
Use of such filters can severely damage your
engine.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Selection
The quality of replacement engine air cleaner filter var-
ies considerably. Only high quality Mopar® filters
should be used.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Inspection and
Replacement — Gasoline Engine
page 300
Follow the recommended maintenance intervals as
shown in the Maintenance Schedule in this section.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Removal
1. Loosen the fasteners from the engine air cleaner
filter cover using a suitable tool.
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
1 — Fasteners
2 — Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
2. Lift the engine air cleaner filer cover to access the
engine air cleaner filter.
3. Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the hous-
ing assembly.
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Cover
Engine Air Cleaner Filter Installation
NOTE:
Inspect and clean the housing only if significant dirt or
debris is present before replacing the engine air
cleaner filter.
1. Install the engine air cleaner filter into the housing
assembly with the engine air cleaner filter inspec-
tion surface facing downward.
2. Tighten engine air cleaner filter cover fasteners
using a suitable tool.
CAUTION!
Do not overtighten the engine air cleaner filter cover
lid screws or damage to the cover may result.
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