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Vehicle Care
Change the fluid and filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals
listed in Maintenance Schedule
0 370. Be sure to use the
transmission fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 379.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
See Engine Compartment Overview
0 280 for the location of the engine
air cleaner/filter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
For intervals on changing and
inspecting the engine air cleaner/
filter, see Maintenance Schedule
0 370.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before
removing the engine air cleaner/
filter, make sure that the engine air
cleaner/filter housing and nearby
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
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 or
components with water or
compressed air.
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Screws (4)
2. Electrical Connector
3. Air Duct Clamp
1. Locate the air cleaner/filter
assembly. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0 280.
2. Disconnect the outlet duct by
loosening the air duct
clamp (3).
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector (2) and the
connector harness from the
cover.
4. Remove the four screws (1) on
top of the cover of the housing
and lift up the cover.
5. Remove the engine air cleaner/
filter from the housing. Take
care to dislodge as little dirt as
possible.
6. Clean the engine air cleaner/
filter sealing surfaces and the
housing.
7. Inspect or replace the engine
air cleaner/filter.
8. Reverse Steps 2-4 to reinstall
the filter cover housing.
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