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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of MAF/IAT Sensor Electrical Connectors
    GM750582Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the intake air resonator. Refer to Intake Air Resonator Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the mass air flow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor electrical connector (3).
  3. Fig 2: View Of Air Cleaner Housing Cover, Screws & Air Filter Element
    GM858229Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Loosen the air cleaner housing cover screws.
  5. Remove the air cleaner housing cover.
  6. Remove the air filter element.
  7. Inspect the air filter element for the following:
    • Dust
    • Dirt
    • Water
  8. Clean or replace the air filter element as required.