CHEVROLET 2012 Camaro - Manual (Page 293)

Black plate (19,1) Chevrolet Camaro Owner Manual (Include Mex) - 2012 - 2nd - 11/16/11
Vehicle Care 10-19
3. Loosen the clamp at the duct of
the air cleaner/filter housing.
4. Unlatch the retaining clips on the
air cleaner/filter housing.
5. Lift the cover at the retaining clip
location high enough to clear the
retaining clips and pull the cover
outward to remove it from the air
cleaner/filter housing hinges.
6. Pull straight up on the cover;
while holding the cover, remove
the air filter.
7. Inspect or replace the air filter.
See Maintenance Replacement
Parts on page 11‑14.
8. Reverse Steps 1–6 to reinstall
the cover.
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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.
Notice: 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.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(ZL1 Only)
See Engine Compartment Overview
on page 10‑6 for the location of the
engine air cleaner/filter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals
and replace it at the appropriate
interval. See Maintenance Schedule
on page 11‑3 for more information.
If 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 covered with dirt, a new
filter is required.