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Rear Intake Runner Replacement



Intake Runner Replacement (Rear)

^ Tools Required
- J 43914 Universal Clamp Pliers

Removal Procedure





1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake hose assembly.





3. Remove the ECM electrical connectors.
4. Remove the ECM bolts and the ECM.





Important: Clamps are reusable if not damaged. Do not discard.

5. Remove the 4 rubber boot hose clamps using the J 43914.





6. Disconnect the threaded brake vacuum hose.





7. Disconnect the intake plenum switch-over valve vacuum hose at the switch-over valve. Note the hose routing.





8. Remove the intake runner mounting bolts.
9. Disconnect the vent hose from the throttle body.
10. Disconnect the intake runner from the rubber boots and remove the intake runner. Note the throttle body vent hose routing.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the intake runner onto the rubber boots.
2. Route the throttle body vent hose under the vacuum reservoir and connect to the throttle body.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the intake runner mounting bolts.
^ Tighten the intake manifold runner bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).





4. Route the intake plenum switch-over valve vacuum hose and connect to the switch-over valve.





5. Connect the threaded brake vacuum line.
^ Tighten the brake vacuum line to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).





Important: Inspect the hose clamps for damage. Replace if damaged.

6. Install the 4 rubber boot hose clamps using the J 43914.





7. Install the ECM and ECM bolts.
^ Tighten the engine control module bolts to 8 Nm (71 inch lbs.).
8. Connect the ECM electrical connectors.





9. Install the intake hose assembly.
10. Connect the negative battery cable.
^ Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
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