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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 05:56 PM
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Default Engine air filter replacement

I spent about an hour trying to get the new eng air filter on, gave up and put the old one back on. Any suggestions.

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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 06:03 PM
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I spent about an hour trying to get the new eng air filter on, gave up and put the old one back on. Any suggestions.

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If its an oem, why didn't it fit? Provide more details.
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 06:35 PM
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It is oem. Did like videos say. Put bottom in first then the sides. Can't get it on.
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 06:37 PM
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I had the same issue with the OEM filter.It would slide off and not snap in like you would expect.I lubed it but still would not stay in but stayed in far enough until I could start the housing back on and start a few bolts.I changed it when I got the message 17k miles and 4 years.
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 07:00 PM
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I replaced mine and other that removing way too many screws with the 2nd smallest STAR drive was just a PITA. But my problem is it still comes up on my screen the Change Air Filter and I hit reset and nothing happens? What's the deal?
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 07:13 PM
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I put a very thin layer of dielectric grease on the leading edge of the filter where it slides over the mounting surface. Helped a lot.
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 08:24 PM
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Where has each member purchased the filter from?

Maybe counterfeit or bad batch?
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 08:31 PM
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I think they just fit very tight when new to ensure a good seal.
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Old Sep 4, 2025 | 08:37 PM
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Bought mine on Amazon. OEM.
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Originally Posted by cavuvi
Bought mine on Amazon. OEM.
I'm seeing more and more counterfeit products sold on Amazon. I stopped buying a lot of products on Amazon . Seek out reliable vendors such as Rock Auto or buy from the Gm parts & accessories website. Just my .02.
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Originally Posted by 23cpe3lt
Where has each member purchased the filter from?

Maybe counterfeit or bad batch?
I bought one from my dealer when their service dept sent out a mailer with a $49 coupon for a C8 air filter. I'm sure this was the price they would sell it for if you were having it installed but I just took the coupon to the parts counter. Guy didn't seem too happy but he sold it to me. I'll install it at the 4 year mark.
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Many examples of counterfeit oem products when buying from Amazon. You may think your getting oem, when, in fact, it's counterfeit.
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Bought mine at Rockauto. Was very tight. Lid cover didn’t seem to reinstall flush. Next time I’ll heat up in sun and try some lube. Replaced mine at 2 years and 12,000 miles. In my opinion the old filter was filthy, but I daily drive.
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OP, try again.

a) Compare old and new markings, build quality etc.... ensure the new is not counterfeit.
b) If the old reinstalled easily, what is the reason as compared to the new, with the new not installing?
c) Yep, our co-members advice of some grease on the leading edge and sunlight/ heat to aid the new's flexibility is great.


Let us know your success story.
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Try using a hair dryer to heat the gasket before attempting to install. It worked for me.
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It took multiple tries but reset.
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I tried to purchase a Tranny filter through Amazon with info from deals people were getting on this forum. When I received the part no GM seal on the box. Reached out to Amazon Customer Service(CS) who sent me to a GM rep to verify the parts authenticity. they could not verify and suggested I return it for a refund. No hassle. Thought I was going to have to eat it but CS came through!
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Originally Posted by Switchrider
I tried to purchase a Tranny filter through Amazon with info from deals people were getting on this forum. When I received the part no GM seal on the box. Reached out to Amazon Customer Service(CS) who sent me to a GM rep to verify the parts authenticity. they could not verify and suggested I return it for a refund. No hassle. Thought I was going to have to eat it but CS came through!

RockAuto has worked for me with OEM parts.
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I bought supposedly OEM filter on Amazon and could not get it to fit - way to tight. Only have 6K miles on 2022 so put old one back on (it looked new) returned the other one, bought one here from member who took it off right after delivery, at least I know it was once installed.
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I had no problem,a with my Stingray with the Blue Attack Filter and put in my ERay no issues
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