Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - Pontiac 2006 Grand Prix Owner's Manual

When to Check
See Additional Required Services on page 6-6 for when
the oil level should be checked.
What Kind of Oil to Use
Use only the recommended supercharger oil. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

The engine air cleaner/filter is located in the engine
compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle.
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for
more information on location.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II
intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each
50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. If you
are 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.
To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter do the
following:
3800 V6 Supercharged Engine shown, 3800 V6
Engine similar
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