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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of MAF Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM1325638Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the mass air flow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
  3. Fig 2: Identifying Air Cleaner Assembly & Bolt
    GM1835407Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the air cleaner bolt.
  5. Disengage the air cleaner pins from the front panel and remove the air cleaner assembly.
  6. If replacing the air cleaner assembly, remove the MAF/IAT sensor. Refer to Mass Airflow Sensor with Intake Air Temperature Sensor Replacement .