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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1997 🢒 Century 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Controls - 3.1L 🢒 Air Filter Element and Air Cleaner Assembly

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 73897 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the retainer clips in the air cleaner cover.
  2. Remove the Air filter element.
  3. Disconnect the MAF Sensor connector.
  4. Remove the air intake duct.
  5. Remove the air cleaner assembly retainer screws.
  6. Remove the air cleaner assembly. Inspect the air filter element for dust, dirt, water and replace if required. Refer to General Information.
  7. Replace the filter if required.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 73897 Size: SH
  1. Install the air filter element.
  2. Install the air cleaner assembly.
  3. Install the air cleaner assembly retainer screws.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the retainer screws to 5-7 N·m (35-45 lb in).

    Refer to

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

    in General Information.

  4. Install the air intake duct.
  5. Connect the MAF Sensor connector.
  6. Install the air cleaner cover assembly, and latch the cover assembly.