1993 Pontiac Sunbird Owner's Manual - Page 160

1 What to Do with Used Oil Did you laow that used engine oil Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to contains certain elements that may be determine when to replace the air filter. unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer? Don't let used stay on See Scheduled Maintenance Services in oil y your skin for ve long. Clean your skin the Index. and nails withsoap and water, or a good hand cleaner. Wash or properly throw away clothing or rags containing used engine oil. (See manufacturer's the warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.) Used oil can be a real threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, besure to drain all free-flowingoil from the filter before disposal. Don't ever disposeof oil by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, orinto streams or bodiesof water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. you If NOTICE: have a problem properly disposing of If the aircleaner is off, a backfire your used oil, ask your dealer, a service can cause a damaging engine fire. station or a local recycling center for help. And, dirt caneasily getinto your engine, which will damageit. Always havethe air cleaner in place when you're driving. Air Cleaner 1 2.0L L4: Air Filter Replacement To check or replace the filter, remove the two wing nuts and lift the cover. Be sure to reinstall the aircleaner filter and replace the cover tightly.