Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Replacement for Chevrolet Chevy K Silverado - 4WD 2004

1. Loosen the outlet duct clamp at the upper intake manifold cover.
2. Remove the upper intake manifold cover from the outlet duct.
3. Remove the upper intake manifold cover.



4. Loosen the outlet duct clamps at the turbocharger and the mass air flow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor.
5. Remove the outlet duct from the turbocharger and MAT/IAT sensor.

Important: The outlet duct must be fully seated against the positive stop feature on the turbocharger inlet.

1. Install the outlet duct to the turbocharger.
2. Align the outlet duct alignment indicator (1) to the turbocharger alignment indicator (2).



3. Install the outlet duct to the MAF/IAT sensor.

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.

4. Tighten the outlet duct clamps at the turbocharger and the MAF/IAT sensor.

Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 6 N·m (53 lb in).




5. Install the upper intake manifold cover.
6. Install the upper intake manifold cover to the outlet duct.
7. Tighten the outlet duct clamp at the upper intake manifold cover.

Tighten
Tighten the clamp to 6 N·m (53 lb in).