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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the following electrical connectors, if equipped with the 5.7L engine:
    • Intake air temperature sensor
    • Mass airflow sensor
      Fig 1: Disconnecting Following Electrical Connectors
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  2. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.
    Fig 2: Removing Air Cleaner Outlet Duct
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  3. Disconnect the intake air temperature sensor electrical connector, if equipped with the 3.8L engine.
    Fig 3: Disconnecting Intake Air Temperature Sensor Electrical Connector
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  4. Remove the intake air duct resonator, if equipped with the 3.8L engine.
    Fig 4: Removing Intake Air Duct Resonator
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  5. Release the retaining strap latches.
  6. Lift the air cleaner housing cover off.
  7. Remove the air cleaner element.
    Fig 5: Releasing Retaining Strap Latches
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  8. Remove the radiator support bolts.
  9. Remove the radiator support.
    Fig 6: Removing Radiator Support Bolts
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