| Subject: | Revised Intake Manifold Replacement | 
| Models: | 2006 Buick Rainier | 
 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Models | 
 | with 4.2L Engine (VIN S - RPO LL8) | 
 
This bulletin is being issued to revise the Intake Manifold Replacement procedure in the Engine Mechanical - 4.2L sub-section of the Service Manual. Please replace the current information in the Service Manual with the following information.
The following information has been updated within SI. If you are using a paper version of this Service Manual, please make a reference to this bulletin on the affected page.
Intake Manifold Replacement
Removal Procedure
- Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to  Fuel Pressure Relief.
 
- Remove the throttle body. Refer to  Throttle Body Assembly Replacement for the 4.2L engine.
 
- Remove the powertrain control module (PCM) retaining bolts (3) and nuts (6).
 
- Remove the PCM. Refer to  Powertrain Control Module Replacement.
 
Notice: Refer to Fuel and Evaporative Emission/Hose/Pipe Connection Cleaning Notice.
- Disconnect the fuel feed pipe (1) from the fuel rail. Refer to  Quick Connect Fitting-Metal Collar.
 
- Disconnect the integral clip (3) from the wire harness bracket.
 
- Remove the engine wire harness bracket bolt.
 
- Remove the electrical harness and vacuum lines from the intake manifold.
 
- Disconnect the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor electrical connector.
 
- Disconnect the crankcase ventilation hose from the intake manifold.
 
- Disconnect the vacuum brake booster hose at the intake manifold.
 
- Remove the generator. Refer to  Generator Replacement.
 
Important: The intake manifold bolts are captured within the intake manifold. Do not attempt to remove the bolts from the intake manifold.
- Loosen the intake manifold bolts.
 
- Remove the intake manifold.
 
Installation Procedure
- Install a new intake manifold gasket to the intake manifold.
 
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice
- Install the intake manifold onto the engine and secure the manifold with the bolts.
 
Tighten
Tighten the intake manifold bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Install the generator. Refer to  Generator Replacement.
 
- Install the vacuum brake booster hose to the intake manifold.
 
- Lubricate the inner diameter of the crankcase ventilation hose. Refer to  Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants for the correct part number.
 
- Install the crankcase ventilation hose.
 
- Connect the MAP sensor electrical connector.
 
- Install the electrical harness and vacuum lines to the intake manifold.
 
- Install the engine electrical harness bracket bolt.
 
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
- Connect the integral clip (3) to the wire harness bracket.
 
- Connect the fuel feed pipe (1) to the fuel rail. Refer to  Quick Connect Fitting Service -- Metal Collar.
 
- Install the PCM mounting studs (5) to the intake manifold.
 
Tighten
Tighten the studs to 6 N·m (53 lb in).
- Install the PCM (1) onto the studs (5).
 
- Install the PCM retaining bolts (3).
 
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
- Install the PCM retaining nuts (6).
 
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
- Install the PCM harness connectors (2) to the PCM body.
 
- Tighten the PCM harness connector retaining bolts (4).
 
Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
- Install the throttle body. Refer to  Throttle Body Assembly Replacement for the 4.2L engine.
 
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to  Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
 
- Inspect for leaks using the following procedure:
 
| 20.1.  | Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF for 2 seconds. | 
 
| 20.2.  | Turn OFF the ignition, for 10 seconds. | 
 
| 20.3.  | Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. | 
 
| 20.4.  | Inspect for fuel leaks. |