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How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
2.2L and 2.4L L4 Engines
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 filter, remove the screws that
hold the cover on and lift off the cover. Be sure to
reinstall the cover tightly.
2.0L L4 Supercharged Engine
There is a special procedure for inspecting and replacing
the filter. Because this procedure is difficult, you
should have it 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 7-17.
{CAUTION:
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. If it is
not there and the engine backfires, you could
be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be
careful working on the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off.
Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can
cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily
get into your engine, which will damage it. Always
have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are
driving.
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