Monte Carlo V6-3.4L VIN E (2000)
16. Remove the lower intake manifold bolts.
17. Remove the lower intake manifold.
18. Remove the valve rocker arms and pushrods. Refer to Valve Rocker Arm and Push Rod Removal.
19. Remove the lower intake manifold gaskets and seals.
20. Clean the lower intake manifold gasket and seal surfaces on the cylinder heads and the engine block.
21. Clean the gasket and seal surfaces on the lower intake manifold with degreaser.
22. Remove all the loose RTV sealer.
23. If replacing the lower intake manifold remove the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor.