Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Savana and 2002 Chevrolet Chevy Express. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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Clean the upper intake manifold in cleaning solvent.
Dry the upper intake manifold with compressed air.

Fig 1: Upper Intake Manifold
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Clean the lower intake manifold in cleaning solvent.
Dry the lower intake manifold with compressed air.

Fig 2: Lower Intake Manifold
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Inspect the upper intake manifold for the following:
- Cracks or other damage to the exterior (1)
- Cracking or damage in the gasket grooves (2) and (3)
- Damage to the throttle body mounting surface (4)
- Loose or damaged bolt hole thread inserts (5)
Fig 3: Inspecting Upper Intake Manifold
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Inspect the lower intake manifold for the following:
- Damage to the gasket sealing surfaces (1), (2) and (3)
- Restricted exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system passages (4)
- Restricted cooling system passages (5)
- Cracks or damage
- Damage to the threaded bolt holes
Fig 4: Inspecting Lower Intake Manifold
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.