Buick LaCrosse Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9159288) - 2016 - CRC - 10/5/15
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Vehicle Care
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
For intervals on changing and
inspecting the engine air cleaner/
filter, see
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Do not start the engine or have the
engine running with the engine air
cleaner/filter housing open. Before
removing the engine air cleaner/
filter, make sure that the engine air
cleaner/filter housing and nearby
components are free of dirt and
debris. Remove the engine air
cleaner/filter. Lightly tap and shake
the engine air cleaner/filter (away
from the vehicle), to release loose
dust and dirt. Inspect the engine air
cleaner/filter for damage, and
replace if damaged. Do not clean
the engine air cleaner/filter or
components with water or
compressed air.
2.4L L4 Engine
1. Screws
2. Air Duct Clamp
3. Electrical Connector
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Open the hood. See
2. Disconnect the outlet duct by
loosening the air duct
clamp (2).
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector (3).
4. Remove the screws (1) on top
of the engine air cleaner/filter
housing.
5. Lift the filter cover housing
away from the engine air
cleaner/filter housing.
6. Pull out the filter.
7. Inspect or replace the engine
air cleaner/filter.
8. Reverse Steps 2
–
4 to reinstall
the filter cover housing.
3.6L V6 Engine AWD
1. Electrical Connector
2. Air Duct Clamp
3. Screws