Air Cleaner Assembly: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Disconnect the Mass Air Flow/Intake Air Temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor electrical connector. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. See AIR CLEANER OUTLET DUCT . Grasp the air filter assembly and pull the assembly retaining pins away from the grommets.