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Intake Manifold Replacement - Right



Intake Manifold Replacement - Right
Removal Procedure





1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Remove the air cleaner.
3. Remove the upper radiator fan shroud.
4. Remove the radiator fan.
5. Remove the center intake manifold.
6. Remove the right fuel rail.
7. Remove the intake manifold bolts/nuts.

Important: The intake manifold uses sealer. Pry at the area by the fuel rail bolt holes in order to avoid damage to the sealing surfaces.

8. Remove the intake manifold.
9. To prevent entry of debris in the cylinder head tape the openings.
10. If required, clean and inspect the intake manifold.

Installation Procedure





1. Apply a 2 - 3 mm (1/8 inch) wide, by 0.5 - 1.5 mm (1/16 inch) high bead of sealant GM P/N 97720043 (Canadian P/N 88901148), or equivalent to the intake manifold.





2. Install the intake manifold.
3. Install the intake manifold bolts/nuts.

Right Side:





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Tighten the intake manifold bolts/nuts in the sequence shown.
Tighten the bolts/nuts to 21 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Install the right fuel rail.
6. Install the center intake manifold.
7. Install the radiator fan.
8. Install the upper radiator fan shroud.
9. Install the air cleaner.
10. Install the engine cover.