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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Fresh Air Tube & Related Components
    GM2065375Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT .
  2. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) fresh air tube from the camshaft cover fitting (1).
  3. Disconnect the PCV quick disconnect (2). Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
  4. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the mass airflow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
    5. Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Components
    GM1860603Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamp (1) at the throttle body.
  6. Loosen the 6 air cleaner housing cover screws (2).
  7. Separate the air cleaner outlet duct from the throttle body.
  8. Remove the air cleaner housing cover (3) (with outlet duct).
  9. Remove and discard the air cleaner element (4).
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