Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - Cadillac ELR 2014 Owner's Manual

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

See Engine Compartment Overview
on page 10-8 for the location of the
engine air cleaner/filter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Filter
Inspect or replace the air filter at the
scheduled maintenance intervals.
See Maintenance Schedule on
page 11-2. If driving in dusty/dirty
conditions, inspect the air filter at
each engine oil change.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Filter
To inspect the air filter, remove it
from the engine air cleaner/filter
assembly and lightly shake to
release loose dust and dirt. If the air
filter remains covered with dirt, a
new air filter is required.
1. Retaining Clips
2. Air Duct Clamp
3. Electrical Connector
To inspect or replace the air filter:
1. Open the hood. See Hood on
page 10-6.
2. Locate the engine air cleaner/
filter assembly on the passenger
side of the engine compartment.
See Engine Compartment
Overview on page 10-8.
3. Disconnect the air duct by
loosening the air duct clamp (2).
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4. Disconnect the electrical
connector (3).
5. Lift the retaining clips (1) from
the engine air cleaner/filter
assembly.
6. Turn and tilt the air cleaner cover
slightly upward and slide it out.
Remove the air filter.
How to Reinstall the Engine
Air Filter
1. Install the air filter into the
engine air cleaner/filter
assembly. The outer air filter
seal must be fitted properly in
the engine air cleaner/filter
assembly.
2. Replace the air cleaner cover by
lowering it to meet the bottom of
the engine air cleaner/filter
assembly. Place the retaining
clips (1) on the engine air
cleaner/filter assembly and
secure. The rear tabs must be
secured into the lower portion of
the air cleaner.
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