Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 7 other vehicles, including the 2002 GMC Yukon XL, 2002 GMC Yukon, 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban, and 2002 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Air Cleaner Outlet Duct (W/HP2 Front)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining and Filling Cooling System .
Loosen the air cleaner outlet duct clamps at the following locations:
- Throttle body
- Mass airflow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor
Remove the air cleaner outlet duct.
If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to ENGINE SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L (LQW4)) or ENGINE SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (6.0L (LQ9)) .

Fig 2: View Of Vent Inlet Hose At Throttle Body

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Remove the radiator vent inlet hose from the radiator inlet hose clips.

Fig 3: View of Vent Inlet Hose

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Reposition the inlet hose clamp from the radiator.
Remove the inlet hose from the radiator.
Remove the inlet hose clip from the fan shroud.

Fig 4: View Of Inlet Hose & Water Pump

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Reposition the inlet hose clamp from the water outlet.
Remove the inlet hose from the water outlet.