Bank 1

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Remove the steering linkage shield.
3. Remove the AIR reactor pipe assembly bolts.




4. Remove the AIR reactor pipe assembly and gasket.




5. Disconnect the reactor pipe assembly from the reactor pipes by releasing the spring clamps.

IMPORTANT: Perform this last step only if the check valve needs replacement.




6. Separate the check valve from the reactor pipe by loosening the spring clamp and pipe locknut.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




1. Skip the first step if the check valve has not been removed.

Connect the reactor pipe and check valve by installing the spring clamp and tightening the pipe locknut.

Tighten
Tighten the locknut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

IMPORTANT: Clean the manifold mounting surface of any debris or carbon buildup. An airhole could adversely effect vehicle emissions and driveability.




2. Install the reactor pipe and gasket.




3. Install the AIR reactor pipe assembly bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the mounting bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Tighten the reactor pipe assembly retainer bolt to 40 N.m(30 lb ft).

4. Connect the reactor pipe assembly to the reactor pipes by installing the spring clamps.
5. Install the steering linkage shield.