See Engine Compartment Overview for the location of the engine air/cleaner filter.

Inspect the air cleaner/filter every 15,000 miles (25 000 km) and replace every 30,000 miles (50 000 km). If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each oil change.

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.
4. To reinstall the housing cover, make sure the filter cover tabs position through the slots in the housing. A notch on the sides of the filter cover will indicate the correct engagement.
5. Fasten the two clips on the top of the housing when you are finished.

Caution: 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. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner/filter off.

Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into the engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving.