Pontiac 2005 Bonneville - Manual (Page 282)

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
(3.8L V6 Engine)
See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12
for the location of the engine air cleaner/filter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles
(25 000 km) and replace every 45,000 miles
(75 000 km). 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:
1. Loosen the two clips on top of the engine air
cleaner/filter housing and lift the filter cover tabs out
of the housing.
2. Push the housing cover toward the engine,
compressing the hose.
3. Pull out the filter. Inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter.
5-22