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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Locating Mass Airflow Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM894283Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the manifold absolute flow (MAF) electrical connector.
  2. Fig 2: Removing/Installing EVAP Canister Purge Solenoid Valve
    GM894280Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Unsnap the EVAP purge valve assembly and secure out of the way of the air cleaner assembly.
  4. Fig 3: Removing/Installing Intake Hose Assembly
    GM894285Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the air cleaner lid:
    1. Loosen the hose clamp at the throttle body.
    2. Slide off the flexible MAF hose-to-throttle body hose.
    3. Unclamp the air cleaner lid.
    4. Remove the air cleaner lid, MAF sensor, and hose as an assembly.
  6. Remove the air cleaner from the air box.
  7. Fig 4: Removing/Installing Air Cleaner Assembly
    GM895973Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Remove the air box mount bolt.
  9. Remove the air box.