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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.
  2. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe studs (1).
  3. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe (2) with gaskets (3).
    Fig 1: Removing Coolant Air Bleed Pipe
    G02117772Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the coolant air bleed pipe cover bolts (1) and covers (2).
    Fig 2: Removing Coolant Air Bleed Pipe Cover Bolts And Covers
    G02117773Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the gaskets from the coolant air bleed pipe and covers.
  6. Discard the gaskets.
    Fig 3: Removing Gaskets From Coolant Air Bleed Pipe And Covers
    G02117774Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the coolant air bleed hose (1) from the pipe (2).
    Fig 4: Removing Coolant Air Bleed Hose From Pipe
    G02117775Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.