2013 Chevrolet Corvette Owner Manual - Page 208

8-6 Climate Controls Air Vents Use the tab located on the air outlets to change the direction of the airflow. Operation Tips . Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter removes certain particles from the air including pollen and dust particles. Reductions in airflow, which may occur more often in dusty areas, indicate that the filter may need to be replaced. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3. Notice: Driving without a passenger compartment air filter in place can cause water and small particles, like paper and leaves, to be pulled into your climate control system which may cause damage to it. Make sure you always replace the old filter with a new one. The passenger compartment air filter is located on the passenger side of the engine compartment near the battery. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑8. To check or replace the air filter: Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of the windshield that may block the flow of air into the vehicle. Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors may adversely affect the performance of the system. Keep the area around the base of the instrument panel console and air path under the seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. . . 1. Remove the cover retainer clips (A) from the passenger compartment air filter cover. 2. Remove the cover.