Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - Chevrolet Equinox 2010 Owner's Manual

There is a special procedure for
checking and changing the
transmission fluid. Because this
procedure is difficult, this should be
done at your dealer service
department. Contact your dealer for
additional information or the
procedure can be found in the
service manual. To purchase a
service manual, see Service
Publications Ordering Information on
page 12 12.
Change the fluid and filter at the
intervals listed in Scheduled
Maintenance on page 10 2, and be
sure to use the fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 10 7.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

See Engine Compartment Overview
on page 9 6 for the location of the
engine air cleaner/filter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the
Maintenance intervals and replace
it at the first oil change after each
80 000 km (50,000 mile) interval.
See Scheduled Maintenance on
page 10 2 for more information.
If 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.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
Vehicle Care
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Open the hood. See Hood on
page 9 5.
2. Locate the air filter housing on
the front passenger side of the
engine compartment. See
Engine Compartment Overview
on page 9 6.
3. Remove the four air cleaner
housing cover screws.
4. Pull straight up on cover, and
while holding the cover, remove
the air filter.
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