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Removal Procedure

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  1. Separate the MAF/IAT sensor assembly and the air inlet tube by loosening the hose clamp.
  2. Fig 1: Air Inlet Tube
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  3. Disconnect the PCV hose from the air cleaner outlet duct.
  4. Remove the air inlet tube and resonator retaining wing nut.
    Fig 2: Air Inlet Tube & Resonator Retaining Wing Nut
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  5. Remove the air inlet tube and resonator from the throttle body by pivoting the air inlet tube and resonator upward until the hinge clip releases from the lip on the throttle body.
  6. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Draining & Filling Cooling System .
  7. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the surge tank.
  8. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the water pump.
    Fig 3: Radiator Outlet Hose From Water Pump
    G01657954Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the radiator outlet hose from the radiator.
    Fig 4: Radiator Outlet Hose From Radiator
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  10. Remove the radiator outlet hose.