Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Fresh Air Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Line

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Remove the engine cover. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .
Remove the air cleaner outlet duct.
Reposition the fresh air positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) line (1) from the air cleaner inlet tube.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Electrical Connector
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Disconnect the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) electrical connector.

Fig 3: Disconnecting PCV Line From Top Of Intake Manifold
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Disconnect the PCV line (2) from the top of the intake manifold and reposition aside.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Evaporative Emissions (EVAP) Canister Purge Line
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Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) canister purge line (3) and reposition aside.

Fig 5: Identifying Bleed Pipe Bolts
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Remove the bleed pipe bolts (1).
Remove the bleed pipe hose clamp (2).
Reposition the bleed pipe.
Remove the brake booster vacuum hose from the intake manifold.

Fig 6: Identifying Engine Harness Retaining Clips
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Remove the engine harness retaining clips.

Fig 7: Removing Upper Intake Manifold & Gasket
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Remove the upper intake retaining bolts.
Remove the upper intake manifold and gasket. Discard gasket.
If replacing the upper intake manifold complete the following steps:
1. Remove the evaporative emissions (EVAP) purge solenoid valve. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .
2. Remove the throttle body. Refer to REMOVAL PROCEDURE .