Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Remove the radiator inlet hose. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (L61/LAT) .
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) from the throttle actuator control (TAC).
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (2) from the generator starter.
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (4) from the generator starter.
- Remove the fuel injector wiring harness electrical connector retainer (6) from the generator starter.
- Disconnect the fuel injector wiring harness electrical connector (7) from the engine wiring harness electrical connector (8).
- Remove the engine wiring harness clips (5) from the intake manifold.
- Reposition the vacuum brake booster hose clamp (1) at the intake manifold.
- Remove the vacuum brake booster hose (2) from the intake manifold.
- Remove the throttle body bolts.
- Remove the throttle body and seal.
- Remove and inspect the throttle body seal.
- Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor.
- Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge tube from the intake manifold and the EVAP solenoid. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Remove the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .
- Remove the fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement .
- Remove the 3-phase voltage cable bracket bolt at the tie bar.
- Remove the generator starter bolts.
- Reposition and secure the generator starter out of the way.
- Remove the intake manifold lower bolts.
- Remove the intake manifold upper bolt and nuts.
- Remove the intake manifold.
- Remove and inspect the intake manifold gasket.
IMPORTANT:
The throttle body seal is reusable, only replace the seal if damaged.
IMPORTANT:
The intake manifold gasket is reusable, only replace the gasket if damage has occurred.