Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the following
electrical connectors, if equipped with the 5.7L engine:
| • | Intake air temperature sensor |
- Remove the air cleaner
outlet duct, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.
- Disconnect the intake
air temperature sensor electrical connector, if equipped with the 3.8L engine.
- Remove the intake air
duct resonator, if equipped with the 3.8L engine.
- Release the retaining
strap latches.
- Lift the air cleaner housing cover off.
- Remove the air cleaner element.
- Remove the radiator support
bolts.
- Remove the radiator support.
Installation Procedure
- Install the radiator support.
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.
- Install the radiator support bolts
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).
- Install the intake air
duct resonator, if equipped with the 3.8L engine.
- Connect the intake air
temperature sensor electrical connector, if equipped with the 3.8L engine.
- Install the air cleaner
outlet duct, if equipped with the 5.7L engine.
- Connect the following
electrical connectors, if equipped with the 5.7L engine:
| • | Intake air temperature sensor |
