Air Cleaner Body - Installation

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V8-5.7LSECTION Air Cleaner Body - Installation





INSTALLATION

AIR CLEANER HOUSING





1. Position the air cleaner housing and secure the air cleaner housing rubber grommets (1) to the ball studs.
2. Install the air cleaner housing duct push pin retainer (2).





3. Install the air filter element into the housing assembly.
4. Install the air cleaner cover onto the housing assembly locating tabs.
5. Latch the 2 spring clips (3) and lock the air cleaner cover to the housing assembly.
6. Connect the make up air hose (2) to the air cleaner cover.
7. Connect the clean air hose to the air cleaner cover and tighten clamp (1) to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).

RESONATOR ASSEMBLY





1. Connect the resonator hose at the throttle body and tighten clamp (4) to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
2. Install the resonator retaining bolt (3) and tighten to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
3. Connect the clean air hose at the air cleaner housing and tighten clamp (2) to 5 Nm (44 in. lbs.).
4. Connect the electrical connector at the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor (1).





5. Position the engine cover (2) and secure the retaining grommets to the ball studs.
6. Install the oil fill cap (1).

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.