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Surge Tank Pipe Replacement - Inlet L47

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical-4.0L.
  2. Partially drain the Cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

  3. Object Number: 527517  Size: SH
  4. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose from the surge tank.

  5. Object Number: 490598  Size: SH
  6. Remove the PCV fresh air tube (1).

  7. Object Number: 527521  Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose from the engine.

  9. Object Number: 527511  Size: SH
  10. Remove the 2 push nuts attaching the pipe to the engine.
  11. Remove the surge tank inlet hose/pipe assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 527511  Size: SH
  1. Install the surge tank inlet hose/pipe assembly to the vehicle.
  2. Install the 2 push nuts attaching the pipe to the engine.

  3. Object Number: 527521  Size: SH
  4. Connect the surge tank inlet hose to the engine.

  5. Object Number: 490598  Size: SH
  6. Install the PCV fresh air tube (1).

  7. Object Number: 527517  Size: SH
  8. Connect the surge tank inlet hose to the surge tank.
  9. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  10. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical-4.0L.

Surge Tank Pipe Replacement - Inlet LX5

Removal Procedure

  1. Partially drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .

  2. Object Number: 527517  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose from the surge tank.
  4. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5 L.

  5. Object Number: 527531  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the surge tank inlet hose from the engine.
  7. Remove the bolt attaching the pipe assembly to the engine.
  8. Remove the surge tank inlet pipe assembly.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 527531  Size: SH
  1. Install the surge tank inlet pipe assembly to the engine.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the bolt attaching the pipe assembly to the engine.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the surge tank inlet pipe bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 527517  Size: SH
  5. Connect the surge tank inlet hose to the surge tank.
  6. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5 L.
  7. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .