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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Impala 🢒 General Information 🢒 Maintenance and Lubrication 🢒 Air Cleaner Element Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the IAT sensor electrical connector.
  2. Loosen the air intake duct hose clamps.
  3. Remove the air intake duct.
  4. Unclip the two air cleaner cover retaining clamps.

    5. Object Number: 444460 Size: SH
  5. Remove the air cleaner cover (5) and carefully remove the air filter element (6).
  6. Inspect the housing cover, seal assembly, and air ducting for damage. If a problem is found, replace as necessary.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 444460 Size: SH
  1. Carefully install the air filter element (6) into the air cleaner assembly (1).
  2. Install the air cleaner housing cover and reclip the housing cover retaining clamps.
  3. Carefully reinstall the air inlet hose to the throttle body and the air cleaner cover.

    4. 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. Install the air inlet hose clamp.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the clamp to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  5. Connect the IAT sensor electrical connector.