2004 Saturn L300 Owner's Manual - Page 267

{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 flame 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 your engine, which will damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving. If you want to replace the engine air cleaner/filter yourself, use the following steps. 1. Remove the hose clamp that is on the inlet duct on the cover and pull off the hose. 2. Release the two clips and turn the cover upward to unhook the hinges. 5-21