Removal & Installation: Removal

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Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the air intake hose (A) after releasing the clamp.
Tightening torque:

2.9 - 4.9 N.m (0.3 - 0.5 kgf.m, 2.2 - 3.6 lb.ft, 26.0 - 43.3 lb.in)

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Disconnect the Air Flow Sensor (AFS) connector (A).

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Remove the AFS (A) after removing the mounting bolts.

Tightening torque:

2.9 - 4.9 N.m (0.3 - 0.5 kgf.m, 2.2 - 3.6 lb.ft, 26.0 - 43.3 lb.in)

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