Engine Air Cleaner/Filter - Cadillac 2005 XLR Owner's Manual

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter

See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-12 for
the location of the engine air cleaner/filters.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filters
Inspect the air cleaner/filters at the Maintenance II
intervals and replace at the first oil change after
50,000 miles (83 000 km). See Scheduled Maintenance
on page 7-4 for more information. If you are driving
in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filters at each
engine oil change.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filters
To inspect the air cleaner/filters, remove the filters from
the vehicle and lightly shake the filters to release
loose dust and dirt. If the filters remain caked with dirt,
new filters are required.
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To inspect or replace the filters, do the following:
1. Flip the clasps on the top of the engine air
cleaner/filter cover forward to unlatch the cover.
2. Lift the front of the cover at an angle and remove.
This is necessary due to the four tabs located on
the rear of the cover.
3. Remove the engine air cleaner/filter element and
any loose debris that may be found in the air
cleaner base.