2006 Chevrolet/GMC Duramax Upgrade Front Intercooler

Remove the heat exchanger from its carton and inspect for any obvious physical damage. All kit components are thoroughly inspected and carefully packaged prior to shipment from the factory. If any shipping damage is evident, contact your supplier and request that they process a claim with the shipper involved. Be sure to review the parts list on to verify that you have all necessary system components to proceed. If any components in the parts list are missing, contact Turbonetics’ customer service staff.

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SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: It is recommended to follow these precautions.
• Always wear safety glasses & gloves.
• Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position & disconnect the batteries.
• Always use properly rated jack stands when lifting and working under the vehicle.
• Prevent unexpected vehicle movement by using wheel chocks and/or parking brake.
• Operate the vehicle only in well ventilated areas.
• Do not smoke or use flammable items near or around the vehicle’s fuel system.
• Keep hands, clothing and other objects away from moving parts when engine is running.
INSTALLATION: Removal
1. Evacuate the A/C system. Consult a GM service manual for the correct procedure.
2. Using an 8 mm socket loosen the hose clamp holding the air intake arm to the intake manifold.
3. Unplug the MAF sensor from the wiring harness. The MAF sensor is located on the outlet of the air box.
4. Pull the plastic intake arm off the intake manifold. Pull up on the air box to free it from the rubber grommets in the metal air box support. Remove the air box and intake arm from the engine bay.
5. Using a 10 mm socket remove the 5 bolts securing the metal air box support tray.

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