Buick 2016 Encore Owner's Manual page 200

cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter with
water or compressed air.
To inspect or replace the air cleaner/
filter:
1.4L L4 LE2 Engine
1.4L L4 LUV Engine
1. Remove the two screws, tilt the
cover, and slide it out of the
assembly.
2. Inspect or replace the engine
air cleaner/filter.
3. Lower the cover, slide it into
the assembly, then secure with
the two screws.
See Maintenance Schedule 0 263
for replacement intervals.
Vehicle Care
Warning
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. Use caution when
working on the engine and do not
drive with the air cleaner/filter off.
Caution
If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt
can easily get into the engine,
which could damage it. Always
have the air cleaner/filter in place
when you are driving.
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