2005 Cadillac SRX Owner's Manual - Page 316

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at every oil change and replace it at the first oil change after 25,000 miles (40 000 km). 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. To inspect or replace the filter, do the following: 4.6L V8 shown, 3.6L V6 similar The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle, near the front. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on location. 1. Remove the two screws located on the top of the cover. 2. Disconnect the coolant recovery hose so that it is not going across the top of the engine air cleaner/filter. 3. Loosen the clamp and remove the duct from the passenger's side of the engine air cleaner/filter. 4. The two sides of the airbox are hinged at the bottom. Open the airbox by pushing the top of the airbox cover toward the engine. 5-22