Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Relieve the fuel system pressure. Fuel Pressure Relief
- Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
- Fuel Feed Front Pipe Replacement - Reposition away
- Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement - Remove
- Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose Replacement - Disconnect
Disconnect the electrical connectors.(1, 2)
- Throttle Body Assembly Replacement - Remove
- NOTE:
Bolt retainers keep the bolts in position on the assembly. If the bolts are removed from the assembly, the 2 shorter bolts go to the outside lower locations.
Fully loosen the intake manifold fasteners (1) then remove the intake manifold (2).
Intake Manifold Gasket(1) - Remove and DISCARD
- Clean and inspect the intake manifold.(2) Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection .
- If replacing the intake manifold, transfer all necessary parts.