Removal & Installation (Axiom, Rodeo & Rodeo Sport 3.2L)
NOTE:
Intake manifold may also be referred to as intake plenum or common chamber.
- Disconnect negative battery cable.
- Remove air cleaner duct assembly.
- Disconnect power brake booster vacuum hose.
- Disconnect necessary electrical connectors.
- Disconnect vacuum hose on EVAP VSV canister and PCV ventilation hose.
- Remove ventilation hose from throttle valve and intake duct and remove water hose.
- Remove 4 bolts securing throttle body to intake manifold. See Figure .
- Remove EGR valve nut and bolt, and remove EGR valve.
- Remove 2 bolts at rear of intake manifold and remove fuel hose bracket.
- Remove remaining intake manifold nuts and bolts. Remove intake manifold.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten nuts and bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .