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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Use care when handling the mass air flow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor. Do not dent, puncture, or otherwise damage the honeycell located at the air inlet end of the MAF/IAT. Do not touch the sensing elements or allow anything including cleaning solvents and lubricants to come in contact with them. Use a small amount of a non-silicone based lubricant, on the air duct only, to aid in installation.
    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 MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector (3).
  3. Fig 2: View Of Air Cleaner Assembly, MAF/IAT Sensor & Clamp
    GM858230Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Loosen the MAF/IAT clamp.
  5. Remove the MAF/IAT sensor from the air cleaner assembly.