Black plate (15,1)Cadillac ATS Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 6/5/12Vehicle Care 10-15When to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/FilterInspect the air cleaner/filter at thescheduled maintenance intervals.See Maintenance Schedule onpage 11‑3. If you are driving industy/dirty conditions, inspect thefilter at each engine oil change.How 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:2.0L L4 LTG Engine Shown, 2.5LL4 LCV Engine, and 3.6L V6 LFXEngine Similar1. Remove the four screws and liftthe cover out of the assembly.2. Inspect or replace the engine aircleaner/filter.3. Lower the cover and secure withthe four screws.See Maintenance Schedule onpage 11‑3 for replacement intervals.{ 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.Notice: If the air cleaner/filter isoff, dirt can easily get into theengine, which could damage it.Always have the air cleaner/filterin place when you are driving.Cooling SystemThe cooling system allows theengine to maintain the correctworking temperature.InformationProvidedby:
