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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Air Cleaner & Adapter
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  1. Position the air cleaner assembly (1) onto the air cleaner adapter (2). Ensure the retainers fit properly into the air cleaner adaptor.
  2. Secure the air cleaner assembly (1) onto the air cleaner adaptor (2).
  3. Fig 2: MAF/IAT Sensor Air Flow Direction Arrow
    GM359112Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    IMPORTANT:

    If the MAF/IAT sensor is installed backwards, the fuel system goes rich. An arrow (2) cast into the plastic portion of the sensor indicates proper air flow direction. The arrow must point toward the engine.

  4. Install the MAF/IAT sensor to the air cleaner assembly.
  5. Fig 3: Air Induction Components
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  6. Secure the clamps at the MAF/IAT sensor (4) and the air cleaner assembly (5).
  7. Connect the MAF/IAT connector.
  8. Install the air intake duct (2).
  9. Tighten the clamps (1,3) on the air intake duct (2) at the throttle body and at the MAF/IAT sensor (4).