Removing The Air Cleaner (ACL) Housing
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Remove the screws (1) for the intake manifold.
Disconnect the hose clamp (2) for the air hose.
Remove the connector (3) from the mass air flow (MAF) sensor.
Remove the air cleaner (ACL) housing from its mountings. Pull it straight up.