1996 Pontiac Bonneville Owner's Manual - Page 263

I Operating theengine with the aircleaner off can cause you or others to burned. The air be cleaner not only cleans the air, it stops flame if the engine backfires. I it isn't there, and the f engine backfires, you could be burned. Don't drive with it off, and be careful workingon the engine with the air cleaner off. 3. Replace the air filter. 4. Re-install the rear section the air cleaner. of 5. Reattach the air intake hose. Refer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine when to replace theair filter. NOTICE: If the air cleaner isoff, a backfire cancause a damaging engine fire. And, dirt can easily get into your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner inplace when you're driving. See "Scheduled Maintenance Services" the Index. in ,...