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Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: Ensure to point the arrow on the MAF/IAT sensor away from the air cleaner box.
  1. Install the MAF/IAT sensor.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Tighten the MAF/IAT sensor clamp at the air cleaner box.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

  3. Fig 1: View Of Air Cleaner Assembly, MAF/IAT Sensor & Clamp
    GM858230Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the air cleaner outlet duct to the MAF/IAT sensor.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp
    GM360851Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Tighten the air cleaner outlet duct clamp at the MAF/IAT sensor.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

  7. Connect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector (4).
  8. Fig 3: View Of Auxiliary Battery Relay, MAF, IAT & Coolant Level Sensor Electrical Connectors
    GM674702Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.