Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Drain the cooling system. Cooling System Draining and Filling (GE 47716 L3B) , or Cooling System Draining and Filling (Static L3B)
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Without KL9) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With KL9)
Intake Manifold Cover Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Lift up on the front of the intake manifold cover (2).
Intake Manifold Cover (1) @ Upper Intake Manifold Bracket (2) - Remove
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Nut (1) - Remove [2x]
- Positive Crankcase Ventilation Tube (2) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp (3) - Loosen
Disconnect the purge solenoid valve electrical connector.
- Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Tube (1) - Disconnect - Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service
- Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp (2) - Loosen
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct (1) - Remove
Hood Latch Actuator Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Hood Secondary Latch Release Handle (2) - Remove
Intake Air Baffle Retainer (1) - Remove [10x]
- Intake Air Splash Shield (2) - Remove
Intake Air Duct Retainer (1) - Remove
- Intake Air Duct (2) - Reposition
- Remove wiring harness from air cleaner assembly.
- Disconnect the mass airflow sensor electrical connector.
Air Cleaner Nut (1) - Remove
- Air Cleaner Assembly (2) - Remove
Radiator Inlet Hose Clip (1) @ Radiator Inlet Hose Bracket - Remove
- Radiator Inlet Hose Clamp (2) - Disengage - Hose Clamp Replacement Guidelines - Spring Type
- Radiator Inlet Hose (3) @ Engine Coolant Flow Control Valve - Remove
Radiator Inlet Hose Bracket Bolt (1) @ Generator - Remove
- Radiator Inlet Hose Bracket (2) - Reposition away
Retainer Spring (1) - Release
- Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose (2) - Remove
Underbody Splash Shield (2) - Remove - Underbody Splash Shield Replacement
Retainer Spring (1) - Release
- Charge Air Cooler Outlet Air Hose (2) - Remove
- Front Wheelhouse Liner-Left Side (3) - Remove - Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement
Electrical Connector (1) - Disconnect
- Battery Positive Cable Nut (3) @ Generator - Remove
- Starter Solenoid Cable (2) - Remove
- Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
Use a suitable tool to rotate the drive belt tensioner (1) counterclockwise to relieve tension from the drive belt (2).
- Remove the drive belt (2) from the pulleys and tensioner (1).
- Slowly release tension on the drive belt tensioner (1).
- Clean and inspect the drive belt surfaces of all the pulleys.
Generator Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
Generator (1) - Remove
Disconnect the engine coolant temperature sensor electrical connector.
- Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (1) - Remove
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.