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Upper Intake Manifold Replacement LP1, LY7

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1977775  Size: SH
  1. Turn the ignition OFF.
  2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement.
  3. Remove the air outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
  4. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose (1) from the intake manifold (2) and the power steering booster pump (3).

  5. Object Number: 1977864  Size: SH
  6. Remove the purge solenoid valve bracket.
  7. Disconnect the purge line (1) from the intake manifold (2).

  8. Object Number: 1977918  Size: SH
  9. Remove the throttle body harness electrical harness retainer (1).
  10. Disconnect the throttle body electrical connector (2).

  11. Object Number: 1977964  Size: SH
  12. Remove the intake manifold brace bolts (1).
  13. Remove the intake manifold brace.

  14. Object Number: 1977217  Size: SH
  15. Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose (1) from the intake manifold (3).

  16. Object Number: 1977980  Size: SH
  17. Unclip the engine harness from the left side of the intake manifold.
  18. Remove the intake manifold rear heat shield bolts (1).

  19. Object Number: 1978050  Size: SH
  20. Remove the intake manifold bolts (1). Some deflection of the cowl panel may be necessary to extract the right rear bolt.
  21. Remove the intake manifold with the throttle body.
  22. If the intake manifold is being replaced, disassemble the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Disassemble.
  23. Clean and inspect the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1978050  Size: SH
  1. If the intake manifold is being replaced, assemble the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Assemble.
  2. Install a NEW intake manifold gasket.
  3. Install the intake manifold.
  4. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

    Note: Tighten the intake manifold bolts in a circular pattern starting at the center (long bolts) and moving outward.

  5. Install the intake manifold bolts (1) and tighten to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  6. Object Number: 1977980  Size: SH
  7. Install the intake manifold rear heat shield bolts (1) and tighten to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).
  8. Clip the engine harness from the left side of the intake manifold.

  9. Object Number: 1977217  Size: SH
  10. Connect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose (1) to the intake manifold (3).

  11. Object Number: 1977964  Size: SH
  12. Position the intake manifold brace.
  13. Install the intake manifold brace bolts (1) and tighten to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  14. Object Number: 1977918  Size: SH

    Caution: Ensure proper engagement of the wiring harness connector. The wiring harness connector must be installed straight onto the component connector and firmly seated. Visually inspect the connector to ensure that the connector latches are engaged and locked. Any damage to the connector or wiring must be repaired. Failure to follow this procedure can lead to an intermittent electrical connection, driveability concerns, and/or wiring harness or wiring harness connector damage or failure.

  15. Connect the electrical connector (2) to the throttle body.
  16. Install the throttle body harness electrical harness retainer (1).

  17. Object Number: 1977864  Size: SH
  18. Connect the purge line (1) to the intake manifold (2).
  19. Install the purge solenoid valve bracket and bolts to tighten to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  20. Object Number: 1977775  Size: SH
  21. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose (1) to the power steering booster pump (3) and the intake manifold (2).
  22. Install the air outlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement.
  23. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement.