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Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.
    Fig 1: View Of Left Side Spark Plug Wires
    GM1774994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement .
  2. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
  3. Disconnect the left side spark plug wires from the ignition coil.
  4. Remove the spark plug wire clips from the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor bracket and the heater inlet and outlet pipe tab.
  5. Remove the spark plug wire assembly.
  6. If replacing only one plug wire, open the retaining clips and remove the appropriate spark plug wire.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Spark Plug Wire Assembly
    GM1798989Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Disconnect the right side spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
  8. Disconnect the right side spark plugs from the ignition coils.
  9. Remove the spark plug wire assembly.
  10. If replacing only one plug wire, open the retaining clip and remove the appropriate spark plug wire.
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