Removal and Installation

Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly.
(Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Disconnect the intercooler inlet hose (A).

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Disconnect the intercooler outlet hose (A).

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Information

When disconnect the intercooler outlet hose, pull out the quick connector clamp (A) in the direction of the arrow as shown below.

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Disconnect the cooling fan connector (A).

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Disconnect the recirculation control valve (RCV) vacuum hose (A).

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Disconnect the wiring hold clip (A).

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Remove the front bumper assembly.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "FRONT BUMPER ASSEMBLY ")
Remover the front bumper beam assembly.
(Refer to Body (Interior and Exterior) - "FRONT BUMPER BEAM ASSEMBLY ")
Remove the air intake shield (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the intercooler air guard (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the intercooler upper mounting bracket (A).
Tightening torque:

7.8 - 11.8 N.m (0.8 - 1.2 kgf.m, 5.8 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the intercooler (A) from the vehicle.

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Install in the reverse order of removal.