Removal Procedure
- Remove the outlet splash
shield from the air cleaner.
- Remove the left headlamp assembly. Refer to
Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement
in Lighting Systems.
- Remove the upper push-in retainer (1) from the front air
cleaner intake duct.
- Remove the left front tire and wheel. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires and Wheels.
- Remove the left front wheel house panel. Refer to
Front Fender Liner Replacement
in Body Front End.
- Remove the lower push-in retainer (4) from the front air
cleaner intake duct.
- Remove the front air cleaner intake duct (3) through the
headlamp assembly opening.
- Remove the resonator rear push-in retainer and the upper attaching
bolt (5).
- Remove the resonator assembly through the wheel house opening.
Installation Procedure
- Install the resonator
assembly through the wheel house opening.
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.
- Install the resonator rear push-in retainer and the upper attaching
bolt (5).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 7 N·m (61 lb in).
- Install the front air cleaner intake duct (3) through the
headlamp assembly opening.
- Install the lower push-in retainer (4) to the front air
cleaner intake duct.
- Install the left front wheel house panel. Refer to
Front Fender Liner Replacement
in Body Front End.
- Install the left front tire and wheel. Refer to
Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the upper push-in retainer (1) to the front air
cleaner intake duct.
- Install the headlamp assembly. Refer to
Headlamp Assembly or Headlamp Bulb Replacement
in Lighting Systems.
- Install the air cleaner outlet splash shield.