Engine air cleaner/filter, Engine air cleaner/filter -17, Engine air cleaner/filter on – GMC 2012 Sierra User Manual

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GMC Sierra Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/15/11

Vehicle Care

10-17

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

If the vehicle has a diesel engine,
see “Pickup Models” under “Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter” in the Duramax

®

Diesel Supplement for the correct
inspection and replacement
procedures.

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 first oil change
after each 80 000 km (50,000 mi)
interval. See Maintenance Schedule
on page 11‑3
for more information.
If driving on 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 engine air cleaner/filter
from the vehicle by following
Steps 1 through 6. When the
engine air cleaner/filter is removed,
lightly shake it to release loose dust
and dirt. If the engine air cleaner/
filter remains covered with dirt, a
new filter is required. Never use
compressed air to clean the filter.

Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/
Filter

1. Locate the air cleaner/filter

assembly. See Engine
Compartment Overview on
page 10‑6
.

2. Loosen the four screws on the

cover of the housing and lift up
the cover.

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