2011 Chevrolet Equinox Owner's Manual - Page 302

10-16 Vehicle Care 2. Align the air cleaner housing cover tabs to the air cleaner housing. 3. Install the air cleaner housing cover using the four screws. Cooling System { WARNING 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 flames if the engine backfires. Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off. Notice: If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt can easily get into the engine, which could damage it. Always have the air cleaner/filter in place when you are driving. 3. Remove the four air cleaner housing cover screws. 4. Pull straight up on the cover, and while holding the cover, remove the air cleaner filter. 5. Inspect or replace the air cleaner filter. 2.4 L L4 Engine A. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View) B. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap How to Reinstall Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 1. Install the air cleaner filter into the air cleaner housing. The outer air cleaner filter seal must be fitted properly in the air cleaner housing.