Automatic Transmission Fluid - Suzuki 2008 XL7 Owner's Manual

information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty
conditions, inspect the filter at each engine
oil change.
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/
Filter
To inspect the air cleaner/filter remove the
filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the
filter to release loose dust and dirt. If the fil-
ter remains caked with dirt, a new filter is
required.
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter, do the following:
1) Turn off the engine.
2) Disconnect the air flow sensor electrical
connector.
3) Loosen the screws on the clamps hold-
ing the air outlet duct in place. Do not
pry the clamps off.
4) Remove the air outlet duct.
5) Undo the clamps on the filter cover. To
remove the cover, pull up on the front
and then pull the cover out.
6) Inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter. Wipe all dust from inside
of the housing and inspect the air
cleaner and air outlet duct for cracks,
cuts, and deterioration. The air outlet
duct must be replaced if damaged.
7) Reinstall the filter cover and latch the
clamps.
8) Reattach the air outlet duct and tighten
the screws on the clamps that hold the
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duct in place.
9) Reconnect the air flow sensor electrical
connector.
SERVICE AND APPEARANCE CARE
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. If
it is not there and the engine back-
fires, you could be burned. Do not
drive with it off, and be careful work-
ing on the engine with the air cleaner/
filter off.
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CAUTION
If the air cleaner/filter is off, a back-
fire 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.

Automatic Transmission Fluid

How to Check Automatic Transmission
Fluid
It is not necessary to check the transmis-
sion fluid level. A transmission fluid leak is
the only reason for fluid loss. If a leak
occurs, take the vehicle to the dealer ser-
vice department and have it repaired as
soon as possible.
Change the fluid and filter at the intervals
listed in "Additional Required Services" in
"Maintenance Schedule" in the "Mainte-
5-10