Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
- Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (1) from the throttle actuator control (TAC).
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector (2) from the fuel injector harness.
- Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector from the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor.
- Disconnect the engine harness clips (1 and 3) from the intake manifold.
- Disconnect the engine harness clip (2) from the oil level indicator tube.
- Disconnect the fuel injector electrical connector clip from the intake manifold.
- Reposition the vacuum brake booster hose clamp (1) at the intake manifold.
- Remove the vacuum brake booster hose from the intake manifold.
- Remove the throttle body bolts.
- Remove the throttle body and seal.
- Remove and inspect the throttle body seal.
- 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 Tube Replacement (LE5) or Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement (LAT) .
- Remove the fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement .
- 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.
NOTE:
The throttle body seal is reusable, only replace the seal if damaged.
NOTE:
The intake manifold gasket is reusable, only replace the gasket if damage has occurred.