Cadillac 2007 Escalade EXT Owner's Manual page 414

3. Remove the engine air cleaner/filter from the
housing. Care should be taken to dislodge as
little dirt as possible.
4. Clean the engine air cleaner/filter sealing
surfaces and the housing.
5. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter.
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6. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws.
7. Reset the air filter restriction indicator, if
the vehicle has one, by pressing the top button
on the indicator.
CAUTION:
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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 backfires, you could be
burned. Do not drive with it off, and be
careful working on the engine with the air
cleaner/filter off.