Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (9C1 / 5W4) , or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (KL9)
- Remove the oil fill cap.
Intake Manifold Cover Bolt (1) - Remove
- Disengage the intake manifold cover (2) from the intake manifold.
- Install the oil filler cap after removal of the intake manifold cover to prevent debris from falling into the engine.
Air Cleaner Outlet Duct Clamp (1) - Loosen [2x]
- Air Cleaner Outlet Front Duct (2) - Remove
Hood Latch Actuator Bolt (1) - Remove [2x]
- Hood Secondary Latch Release Handle (2) - Remove
Intake Air Baffle Retainer (1) - Remove [9x]
- Intake Air Splash Shield (2) - Remove
Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Air Cleaner Housing Cover Bolt (1) - Remove [3x]
- Air Cleaner Upper Housing (2) - Remove
Remove all retainers from air cleaner lower housing.
- Electrical Connector (1) @ Air Cleaner Lower Housing - Remove
Air Cleaner Nut (1) - Remove
Air Cleaner Lower Housing (1) - Remove
Charge Air Cooler Coolant Reservoir Bolt (1) - Remove
- Charge Air Cooler Surge Tank (2) - Position aside
Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose Clip (2) - Unclip [4x]
- Air Conditioning Compressor and Condenser Hose (1) - Position aside
Generator Battery Jumper Cable Fastener (2) - Disengage
- Generator Battery Jumper Cable (1) - Reposition
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Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Nut (1) - Remove [2x]
- Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt (4) - Remove
- Engine Wiring Harness Retainer (3) - Remove
- Engine Wiring Harness Bracket (2) - Reposition
- Engine Wiring Harness Ground Bolt (5) - Remove
- Ring Terminal (6) - Reposition
Transmission Fluid Cooler Pipe Clip (1) @ Engine Coolant Fan Rear Shroud - Remove [2x]
Rotate the accessory drive primary belt tensioner (1) clockwise to release the drive belt tension.
- Slide the accessory drive primary belt (2) off of the generator pulley and slowly release the accessory drive primary belt tensioner (1).
Belt Idler Pulley (1) - Remove
Radiator Inlet Hose Clip (1) - Unclip
- Engine Wiring Harness Retainer (2) - Remove [3x]
- NOTE:
Some components not shown for graphic clarity.
Engine Wiring Harness Bracket Bolt (1) - Remove
- Engine Wiring Harness Bracket (2) - Remove
Electrical Connector (1) - Disconnect
Battery Positive Cable Nut (1) @ Generator (4) - Remove
- Generator Battery Jumper Cable (2) - Remove
Generator Bolt (2) - Loosen until disengaged
- Generator Bolt (1) - Remove
- Reposition hoses and wiring harness as needed.
Generator (1) - Remove
Generator Bolt (1) - Remove
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.