Santa Fe FWD V6-33L (2009) Timing Chain Tensioner TSB | Page 2059
8. Remove the upper engine cover.
9. Disconnect the intake hose from the throttle body and disconnect the connector to the Mass Airflow Sensor (MAF).
10. Remove the entire intake hose, MAF, and the upper air cleaner housing in one piece. Place on a clean and safe area of workbench.
11. Disconnect PCM connectors and remove lower air cleaner housing from vehicle.
12. Disconnect the related connectors and remove the intake surge tank (upper plenum) with the throttle body.
13. Block the intake ports by placing a protective cover (such as a long strip of duct tape) over the open ports of the lower intake plenum.
14. Disconnect all related connectors, and remove the ignition coil assemblies.
15. Remove the LH and RH valve cover assemblies.
16. Sonata and Azera ONLY: Support the transmission case with floor jack underneath and remove 4 bolts from the LH upper mounting bracket of
the automatic transmission.
NOTE: To prevent possible damage, use wooden blocks or equivalent between the floor jack lift cup and the transmission.
17. Sonata and Azera ONLY: Remove the upper radiator hose and then pivot the LH (driver's) side of the engine down by lowering the floor jack
slowly.
18. Sonata, Azera, and Entourage ONLY: Remove the engine coolant reservoir.
19. All models (except Entourage): Disconnect the ground strap from the RH (passenger side) strut tower.
20. Support the RH of the engine slightly with floor jack underneath the lower oil pan assembly.
NOTE: To prevent possible damage, use wooden blocks or equivalent between the floor jack lift cup and the lower oil pan assembly.
21. Remove the RH upper engine mount and bracket of the engine.
