How to replace the intake manifold on Cadillac Catera?

Start by removing the intake plenum when replacing an Intake Manifold. Begin by releasing the fuel system pressure and removing the fuel supply hose and fuel return hose from the Fuel Rail. Start by disconnecting the fuel injector electrical harness connector followed by disconnecting the fuel pressure regulator vacuum connection. After removing the Intake Manifold bolts pull out the Intake Manifold but put masking on the ports leading to the Intake Manifold spacer to stop foreign objects from reaching the engine and to protect the machined aluminum surfaces for proper sealing. To begin installation first clean all sealing surfaces on the Intake Manifold using a nonabrasive tool or solvent before removing port intake masking materials before placing the manifold. Run 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) torque on the bolts before finishing Intake Manifold installation. Connect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum line and fuel injector electrical wires with your hands in reverse positions to avoid Fuel Rail damage. Install the fuel supply hose and tighten its connections to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.)proceed to attach the fuel return hose while maintaining counterhand contact with both connections to protect the Fuel Rail system before tightening them to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.). Finally, reinstall the intake plenum.

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Cadillac Catera Intake Manifold Part Number: 90469821
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Manifold, Engine Fuel Intake Manifold
- Position: Lower
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera | Base, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS
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Cadillac Catera Intake Plenum Part Number: 90530534
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Plenum, Intake Manifold; Plenum, Engine Fuel Intake Manifold
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 1997-2001 Cadillac Catera | Base, Sport | 6 Cyl 3.0 L GAS

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The Intake Manifold can be considered as one of the essential components that increases the performance and durability of the Cadillac Catera- the luxury sedan that entered the market in 1996 and left it in 2001. Essentially, this intake manifold has the function of efficiently supplying the air or air/fuel mixture to the cylinder head intake ports in relations to engine power and performance. The Intake Manifold is made from the contemporary composite plastic material that is lighter than its counterparts and the material is also efficient in the aspect of heat dissipation hence improving the efficiency of the engine. Some features are; variable length intake manifolds (VLIM) involve change in the length of the intake tract by increasing or decreasing with the engine load to improve combustion efficiency and thus safety. Intake manifold used in Cadillac Catera is also adaptable to this models, this guarantees that each carry from the series of Catera is crowned with this wonderful innovation. This compatibility makes the position of the intake manifold crucial in the supply of power within the Cadillac Catera as it sustains the automobile company's repute. However, the integration of sensors for temperature and air flow, takes the Intake Manifold to another level in realizing the maximum results in terms of engine output. In all, the Intake Manifold and part of the product differentiation strategy of Cadillac Catera contributes immensely to the architectural and engineering design, efficiency and safety in the automotive market.

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Q: How to replace the intake manifold on Cadillac Catera?
A:
Start by removing the intake plenum when replacing an Intake Manifold. Begin by releasing the fuel system pressure and removing the fuel supply hose and fuel return hose from the Fuel Rail. Start by disconnecting the fuel injector electrical harness connector followed by disconnecting the fuel pressure regulator vacuum connection. After removing the Intake Manifold bolts pull out the Intake Manifold but put masking on the ports leading to the Intake Manifold spacer to stop foreign objects from reaching the engine and to protect the machined aluminum surfaces for proper sealing. To begin installation first clean all sealing surfaces on the Intake Manifold using a nonabrasive tool or solvent before removing port intake masking materials before placing the manifold. Run 20 nm (15 ft. Lbs.) torque on the bolts before finishing Intake Manifold installation. Connect the fuel pressure regulator vacuum line and fuel injector electrical wires with your hands in reverse positions to avoid Fuel Rail damage. Install the fuel supply hose and tighten its connections to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.)proceed to attach the fuel return hose while maintaining counterhand contact with both connections to protect the Fuel Rail system before tightening them to 15 nm (11 ft. Lbs.). Finally, reinstall the intake plenum.