Air Intake Boot: Removal

Remove the collector cover.
NOTE:
Follow the steps below when removing the collector cover.
1. Pull up the two points at the rear (A).
2. Pull up the two points at the front (B) while moving them forward.
Fig 1: Pulling Up Air Intake Boot Collector Lever
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Loosen the clamp which connects the air intake boot assembly and air cleaner case (rear).

Fig 2: Locating Clamp Connecting Air Intake Boot Assembly And Air Cleaner Case (Rear)
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Loosen the clamp (A) which connects the air intake boot assembly and throttle body.
Loosen the bolt (B) which secures the air intake boot assembly and collector cover bracket.

Fig 3: Identifying Air Intake Boot Assembly And Throttle Body Connecting Clamp
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Disconnect the blow-by hose and remove the air intake boot assembly.