Engine air cleaner/filter, Engine air cleaner/filter -21, Engine air – Pontiac 2006 Grand Prix User Manual

Page 327: Cleaner/filter

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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

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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

5-21

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