Buick Regal Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
9804381) - 2017 - crc - 8/30/16
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Vehicle Care
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
See
for the location of the engine
air cleaner/filter.
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.
2.0L L4 Turbo Engine
1. Screws
2. Electrical Connector
3. Air Duct Clamp
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Disconnect the outlet duct by
loosening the air duct
clamp (3).
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector (2).
3. Remove the screws (1) on top
of the engine air cleaner/filter
housing.
4. Lift the filter cover housing
away from the air cleaner/filter
housing.
5. Pull out the filter.
6. Inspect or replace the engine
air cleaner/filter.
7. Reverse Steps 2
–
4 to reinstall
the filter cover housing.
2.4L L4 Engine
1. Screws
2. Air Duct Clamp
3. Electrical Connector