Veracruz FWD V6-3.8L (2009)
7. Drain, disconnect, and remove the hose connection between the power steering reservoir and the power steering pump (as shown above).
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.
