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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1834957Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the mass air flow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
  3. Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Element
    GM1835405Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Release the clips (1) on the air cleaner lower half.
  5. Open and rotate the air cleaner upper half.
  6. Remove the air cleaner element.