Air Cleaner Housing: Service and Repair

2006 Chevrolet Uplander FWD V6-3.5L VIN LSECTION Service and Repair


AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the coolant reservoir.
2. Remove the left front sheet metal diagonal brace.
3. Remove the air cleaner side cover and the air cleaner element.




4. Remove the air cleaner upper cover bolts and the air cleaner upper cover.
5. Remove and reposition the powertrain control module (PCM) with the wiring harness.




6. Remove the air cleaner bolts and the air cleaner.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the air cleaner.
2. Install the air cleaner bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the air cleaner bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

3. Install the PCM and the wiring harness to the air cleaner.
4. Install the air cleaner side cover and element.




5. Install the air cleaner upper cover and the upper cover bolts.

Tighten the air cleaner upper cover bolts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

6. Install the left front sheet metal diagonal brace.
7. Install the coolant reservoir.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.