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Intake Manifold Removal

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NOTE: Never attempt to remove the intake manifold from a hot engine, allow the engine to cool to ambient temperature. The intake manifold is made of a composite plastic and can be damaged if it is removed when the engine is hot.
  1. Remove the EVAP emission canister valve tube (1).
  2. Remove the EVAP emission canister valve (2).
    Fig 1: Removing EVAP Emission Canister Valve & Tube
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  3. Remove the throttle body and the accelerator control cable bracket.
    Fig 2: Removing Throttle Body & Accelerator Control Cable Bracket
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  4. Remove fuel pipes and clip. Remove the fuel rail assembly.
    Fig 3: Removing Fuel Rail
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  5. Remove the fuel injector tip insulators and discard.
  6. Remove the intake manifold retaining nuts and bolts.
  7. Remove the intake manifold.
  8. Remove the intake manifold gasket, if necessary. The gasket can be used again if it is not damaged.
  9. If the intake manifold needs to be replaced, transfer the throttle body to the new intake manifold.
    Fig 4: Removing Intake Manifold
    G01580609Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.