Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the air deflector. Refer to Front Air Deflector Replacement .
- Disconnect the secondary air injection (AIR) pump outlet hose quick connect fitting from the AIR pump. Refer to Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service .
- Open and slide down the pinch clamp attaching the AIR hose to the AIR pipe.
- Separate the AIR hose from the AIR pipe.
- Remove the retainers attaching the AIR hose to the engine cradle.
- Remove the AIR hose from the vehicle.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) clip (5) from the AIR pipe bracket.
- Pinch the constant tension clamp and remove the AIR pipe from the check valve.
- Remove the AIR pipe nuts (2, 3).
- Remove the AIR pipe.