Black plate (9,1)Cadillac CTS Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-Europe-8087685) - 2015 -crc - 8/13/14Vehicle Care 10-9How to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/FilterTo inspect the engine air cleaner/filter, remove the filter from thevehicle and lightly shake the filter torelease loose dust and dirt. If thefilter remains covered with dirt, anew filter is required.To inspect or replace the air cleaner/filter:1. Air Duct Clamp2. Electrical Connector3. Screws1. Disconnect the outlet duct byloosening the air duct clamp (1).2. Disconnect the electricalconnector (2) and wiringattachment to cover.3. Remove the screws (3) on top ofthe cover.4. Lift the filter cover housing awayfrom the engine.5. Pull out the filter.6. Inspect or replace the engine aircleaner/filter.7. Reverse Steps 1–5 to reinstallthe filter cover housing.{ WarningOperating the engine with the aircleaner/filter off can cause you orothers to be burned. The aircleaner not only cleans the air; ithelps to stop flames if the enginebackfires. Use caution whenworking on the engine and do notdrive with the air cleaner/filter off.{ CautionIf the air cleaner/filter is off, dirtcan easily get into the engine,which could damage it. Alwayshave the air cleaner/filter in placewhen you are driving.Cooling SystemThe cooling system allows theengine to maintain the correctworking temperature.
