Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - GMC Savana 2020 Owner's Manual

230 Vehicle Care
Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic
transmission fluid may damage
the vehicle, and the damage may
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Always use the correct
automatic transmission fluid. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 314.
Change the fluid and filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals
listed in Maintenance Schedule
0 306. Be sure to use the
transmission fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0 314.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

The air cleaner/filter assembly is on
the front of the engine compartment
on the driver side of the vehicle.
See Engine Compartment Overview
0 219.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
For intervals on changing and
inspecting the engine air filter, see
Maintenance Schedule 0 306.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
filter housing open. Before removing
the engine air filter, make sure that
the engine air filter housing and
nearby components are free of dirt
and debris. Remove the engine air
filter. Lightly tap and shake the
engine air filter (away from the
vehicle) to release dust and dirt.
Inspect the engine air filter for
damage, and replace if damaged.
Do not clean the engine air filter or
components with water or
compressed air.
4.3L V6 Engine
To inspect and replace the filter:
1. Remove the eight screws, slide
the top cover forward and lift,
to gain access to the air
cleaner/filter.
2. Remove the air cleaner/filter
from the housing base. Take
care to dislodge as little dirt as
possible.
3. Clean the air cleaner/filter
sealing surface and
housing base.
4. Install the engine air cleaner/
filter in the housing base.