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Cadillac SRX Owner Manual - 2011
10-16 Vehicle Care
Change the fluid and filter at
the intervals listed in Scheduled
Maintenance on page 11‑2, and
be sure to use the fluid listed in
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11‑7.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
See Engine Compartment Overview
on page 10‑6 for the location of the
engine air cleaner/filter.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
Inspect the air cleaner/filter at
the scheduled maintenance
intervals and replace it at the first
oil change after each 80 000 km
(50,000 mi) interval. See Scheduled
Maintenance on page 11‑2 for more
information. If driving in dusty/dirty
conditions, inspect the filter at
each engine oil change.
How to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter
To inspect the air cleaner/filter,
remove the filter from the vehicle
and lightly shake the filter to release
loose dust and dirt. If the filter
remains caked with dirt, a new filter
is required. Never use compressed
air to clean the filter.
To inspect or replace the engine air
cleaner/filter:
1. Open the hood. See Hood on
page 10‑5.
2. Locate the air filter housing on
the front of the passenger side
of the engine compartment.
See Engine Compartment
Overview on page 10‑6.
3.0 L V6 Shown, 2.8 L V6 Similar
A. Air Duct Clamp
B. Electrical Connectors
C. Retaining Clips
3. Disconnect the outlet duct by
loosening the air duct clamp (A).
4. Disconnect the electrical
connectors (B).
5. Lift the retaining clips (C) on the
air filter housing.