Airaid Cold Air Dam Performance Air Intake System for 2009–2015 Cadillac CTS 6.2L V8 – Part AIR254-253

The AIRAID Cold Air Dam Air Intake delivers more airflow to maximize horsepower and torque. Its factory filter location is retained, and CAD panels protect a spacious open-element inlet for reliable, free-flowing performance. The 360-degree conical AIRAID Premium Filter is washable, reusable, and less restrictive than traditional paper while delivering consistent filtration performance. The panels keep the filter isolated from the hot engine compartment air by sealing to the underside of the hood via blade-style weather stripping. Installation of the Cold Air Dam Air Intake is simple and requires only common hand tools. AIRAID Cold Air Dam (CAD) Performance Air Intakes are engineered to give your engine larger amounts of cooler air to produce more horsepower and torque. The Cold Air Dam panels act as a heat shield to protect intake air from engine bay heat Associated products: AIR-704-495 Universal Air Filter

• Equipped with a washable and reusable oiled air filter media that provides long-lasting performance, easy maintenance, and cost savings over disposable filters.

Brief Description: The Airaid Cold Air Dam Performance Air Intake System is engineered for the 2009–2015 Cadillac CTS equipped with the 6.2L V8 engine. It increases access to cooler, higher-volume intake air to support improved horsepower and torque while retaining the factory air filter location. Its open-element inlet and protective Cold Air Dam panels promote free-flowing performance without exposing the filter directly to hot engine compartment air.

The 360-degree conical Airaid Premium Filter uses washable, reusable oiled filter media that delivers consistent filtration and long-term serviceability. Cold Air Dam panels function as a heat shield and seal against the underside of the hood with blade-style weather stripping, helping isolate the filter from engine bay heat. Installation is designed to be straightforward and requires only common hand tools.

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data:

• Brand: Airaid
• Part Number: AIR254-253
• Product Type: Cold air intake system
• Vehicle Application: Cadillac CTS
• Engine Application: 6.2L V8
• Filter Design: 360-degree conical performance filter
• Filter Media: Washable and reusable oiled media
• Installation: Bolt-on installation using common hand tools

Fitment: Fits 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, and 2015 Cadillac CTS models with the 6.2L V8 engine. This product is not CARB approved; verify emissions requirements before installation. Associated product: Airaid AIR-704-495 Universal Air Filter.

What's Included: Airaid Cold Air Dam intake assembly, conical washable and reusable performance air filter, Cold Air Dam heat-shield panels, sealing weather stripping, and installation components. Professional installation is not required, but application and emissions compatibility should be confirmed before purchase.

Features:

• Increased Airflow: Delivers a larger volume of intake air to support improved horsepower and torque.
• Cold Air Dam Panels: Help shield the filter from hot engine compartment air for more consistent intake performance.
• Washable, Reusable Filter: Oiled filter media provides long-lasting service and reduces reliance on disposable replacement filters.
• Factory Filter Location: Retains the factory filter location while providing an open-element inlet and less restrictive airflow.

Fitments:
2009 Cadillac CTS V
2010 Cadillac CTS V
2011 Cadillac CTS V
2012 Cadillac CTS V
2013 Cadillac CTS V
2014 Cadillac CTS V
2015 Cadillac CTS V

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: true
Carb Acknowledgement Required: true
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Y
Part Type: automotive
Epa: N/A
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1