Cadillac 2007 XLR - Manual (Page 383)

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.
To inspect or replace the filters, do the following:
1. Some XLR-V vehicles, have a single piece
black cover that snaps over the entire air
cleaner assembly. For vehicles with this cover,
simply pull it’s left/right sides toward the
outside of the vehicle and lift up to remove
cover. Reinstall the cover when you are
finished inspecting/replacing the filters.
2. Move the clasps on the top of the engine air
cleaner/filter cover forward to unlatch the
cover.
3. 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.
4. Remove the engine air cleaner/filter element
and any loose debris that might be found in
the air cleaner base.
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