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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: Locating Air Cleaner Bolts
    GM1404635Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the air cleaner with the mass air flow sensor.

    Install the air cleaner bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the air cleaner bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  2. Install the TCM with the wiring harness to the air cleaner.
  3. Connect the MAF sensor electrical connector.
  4. Fig 2: View Of Air Cleaner Upper Cover
    GM1404634Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the air cleaner upper cover and the upper cover bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the air cleaner upper cover bolts to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).

  6. Install the air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement .
  7. Install the left front sheet metal diagonal brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal - Left in Body Front End.
  8. Install the coolant reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  9. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LA1) in Engine Electrical.