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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 169 (INTAKE MANIFOLD AND EXHAUST SYSTEM)INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONINSTALLATION
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic
Intake Manifold Removal and Installation: Installation
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Reassemble the intake manifold.NOTE: Refer to the Exploded View if needed during this procedure.
- Install the EGR plate (A) with a new gasket (B).
- Install the intake manifold (C) with new gaskets (D), and tighten the bolts/nuts in a crisscross pattern in three steps, beginning with the inner bolt.
- Loosen the intake manifold bracket mounting bolt (A). Tighten the mounting bolts (B), then tighten the mounting bolt (A).
- Install the throttle body (A) with a new gasket (B).
- Install the dipstick.
- Install the PCV hose (A) and the harness holder (B).
- Install the EVAP canister purge hose (A).
- Install the brake booster vacuum hose (A) and the harness clamp (B).
- Install the engine wire harness connectors and the wire harness clamps to the intake manifold.
- Throttle actuator connector
- MAP sensor connector
- EGR valve connector
- EVAP canister purge valve connector
- Install the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Install the engine cover.
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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.