1996 GMC Savana Van Owner's Manual - Page 239

Air Cleaner . . Refer t o the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to replace the air filter and crankcase ventilation filter. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services'' in the Index. ,.? b Operating the engine with the cleaner off can air cause you or others to burned. The air cleaner be not only cleans theair, it stops flame the engine if backfires. If it isn't there, and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Don't drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine with the air cleaner off. To remove the air cleaner filter: loosen screw bolt to air induct hose 0 remove the three bolts remove the f ~ d air cleaner housing l unsnap the three clips Then tilt the top cover up and back to expose the filter element. Install a new filter element with the folds i n the down position. See "Normal Replacement Parts" for the proper filter to use. 1 NOTICE: If the air cleaner is off, a backfire can cause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine,which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner in place when you're driving. 6-15