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

Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the Maintenance II intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 50,000 mile (83 000 km) interval. See "Schedule Maintenance" in Service and Maintenance for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine 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:

1. Open the hood. See Hood Release .
2. Locate the air filter housing on the front of the driver side of the engine compartment. See Engine Compartment Overview .



3. On the V8 engine, remove the airflow sensor connector by pushing in the tab and pulling straight back.
4. Remove the five retaining clips on the air filter housing.
5. Pull straight up on cover, while holding the cover remove the air filter.
6. Install the air filter.
7. Close the air filter housing cover and clip the five retaining clips.
8. On the V8 engine push in the airflow sensor connector.

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.