Vacuum Hose Removal/Installation: Notes

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Remove the following parts as a single unit. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
- Fresh-air duct
- Resonance chamber
- Air hose
- Air cleaner cover
- Air cleaner element
- Air cleaner case
Remove the battery and battery tray. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
Pinch open the clamp using pliers and disconnect the vacuum hose.

Fig 1: Identifying Vacuum Hose Clamp
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Detach the vacuum hose from the clip.

Fig 2: Identifying Vacuum Hose Clip
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Pinch open the clamp using pliers and disconnect the vacuum hose.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Vacuum Hose
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Remove the vacuum hose.
Install in the reverse order of removal. (See VACUUM HOSE INSTALLATION NOTE .)