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Cleaning Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Do not use the intake manifold-to-cylinder head sealing gaskets again.
  1. Remove the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor (714) from the rear of the intake. The MAP sensor is to be reinstalled upon completion of the cleaning and inspection procedures.
  2. Inspect the sealing grommet on the MAP sensor. The grommet should not be torn or damaged.
  3. Fig 1: View Of MAP Sensor
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  4. Remove and discard the intake manifold-to-cylinder head gaskets (514).
  5. Fig 2: View Of Intake Manifold-To-Cylinder Head Gasket
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  6. Remove the fuel rail with injectors. Refer to Fuel Rail and Injectors Removal .
  7. Fig 3: View Of Fuel Rail W/Injectors
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  8. Remove the throttle body and gasket. Refer to Throttle Body Removal .
  9. Fig 4: View Of Throttle Body & Nuts
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  10. Remove the evaporative emissions (EVAP) purge solenoid (708), bolt (710), and isolator (709).
  11. Fig 5: View Of EVAP Purge Solenoid, Bolt & Isolator
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  12. Clean the intake manifold in solvent.
    • Clean the intake manifold gasket surfaces.
    • Clean the intake manifold internal passages.
  13. CAUTION: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  14. Dry the intake manifold with compressed air.