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Installation Procedure

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IMPORTANT: The embossed arrow on the MAF/IAT sensor indicates the proper air flow direction. The arrow must point toward the engine.
    Fig 1: Locating Air Flow Direction Arrow On MAF/IAT Sensor
    GM359112Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Locate the air flow direction arrow (2) on the MAF/IAT sensor.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Air Cleaner Assembly, MAF/IAT Sensor & Clamp
    GM858230Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the MAF/IAT sensor to the air cleaner assembly.
  4. Tighten the MAF/IAT clamp.

    Tighten:  Tighten the clamp to 7 N.m (62 lb in).

  5. Fig 3: View Of MAF/IAT Sensor Electrical Connectors
    GM750582Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Connect the MAF/IAT sensor electrical connector (3).
  7. Install the air intake resonator. Refer to Intake Air Resonator Replacement .