How do I remove air intake so I can get to the battery

It has moved from year to year as it is prone to overheating (which is probably why you're looking for it). On my van which is also a 2000, I found it near the air intake under the driver's headlamp. To access, you must remove the air intake assembly and the driver's side headlamp assembly. There are three nuts on the back of the headlamp assembly, and one bolt on the top. Removing the battery & tray helps, but is not necessary. There is another piece of air intake that was in the way on my van which can be removed once the headlamp comes out. the radiator fan relay is riveted to the subframe and should be visible once the headlamp and air intake are completely removed. Drilling out the rivets is about impossible, so I "removed" them with a hammer.

the connector is tricky also. There is a red lock that tends to stick, but must be slid out before you can remove the connector. It only needs to slide out part way.

Other locations: driver's side frame rail under battery, subframe by lower radiator mount.

It has moved from year to year as it is prone to overheating (which is probably why you're looking for it). On my van which is also a 2000, I found it near the air intake under the driver's headlamp. To access, you must remove the air intake assembly and the driver's side headlamp assembly. There are three nuts on the back of the headlamp assembly, and one bolt on the top. Removing the battery & tray helps, but is not necessary. There is another piece of air intake that was in the way on my van which can be removed once the headlamp comes out. the radiator fan relay is riveted to the subframe and should be visible once the headlamp and air intake are completely removed. Drilling out the rivets is about impossible, so I "removed" them with a hammer.

the connector is tricky also. There is a red lock that tends to stick, but must be slid out before you can remove the connector. It only needs to slide out part way.

Other locations: driver's side frame rail under battery, subframe by lower radiator mount.

Well basically, you remove the intake plenum and replace the gasket and reinstall the plenum. Here are the steps:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the remote jumper terminal located at the right strut tower.
2. Remove the air inlet resonator and tube.
3. Remove the throttle actuator cables from the throttle arm and bracket.
4. Disconnect Secondary Runner Valve (SRV), Manifold Tuning Valve (MTV), Throttle Position Sensor (TPS), Idle Air Control (IAC) motor electrical connectors.
5. Remove the electrical connector and the Intake Air Temperature/Manifold Absolute Pressure (TMAP) sensor.
6. Disconnect vacuum hoses from the Secondary Runner Valve (SRV) reservoir, Speed Control reservoir, and PCV.
7. Remove right and left intake manifold supports.
8. Remove support brackets at the intake manifold front corners and MTV.
9. Loosen upper fastener attaching throttle body to support bracket.
10. Remove clips attaching EGR tubes to intake manifold.
11. Remove intake manifold bolts and manifold
12. Remove old gaskets, Clean gasket surfaces, and install new gaskets.
13. Reverse steps to reinstall manifold

******* ATTENTION !!! ***** ATTENTION !!! ***** WARNING !!! ******

* DO-NOT ... UN-PLUG or REMOVE ANY ELECTRICAL SENSORS or WIRES FROM ANY PART OF YOUR ENGINE or CAR, WITH-OUT- (FIRST) DISCONECTING THE (-) NEG - CABLE OF THE CAR BATTERY!!!!

IF YOU DO-NOT, YOU RUN A VERY HIGH RISK OF DAMAGING THE SENSOR AND ALSO OTHER ELECTRONIC CIRCUITS ON YOUR CAR.

AFTER, YOU HAVE COMPLETED THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE SENSONS AND OR ELECTRONICS SYSTEMS, THEN & ONLY THEN RECONECT THE (-) NEG - CABLE BACK ON TO THE BATTERY.

***** SAVE YOURSELF --- LOTS OF $$$$$$ & HEADACHES ! *****
GOOD - LUCK!!!

To Remove:

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Cautions and Warnings in the beginning of this section.
2. Record the Transaxle Fluid and Engine Oil Life Indexes
3. Remove or disconnect the following:
   • The negative battery cable
     
     
   • The screw retaining the intake air duct/resonator (C) to the PCM housing
     
     
   • Air filter housing clamps on top of the air cleaner housing assembly
   • Intake air duct/resonator assembly (B) partially up and remove the air cleaner cover (C) and the PCM
   • Air cleaner element assembly, slide toward the fender to separate the air cleaner element assembly from the air inlet assembly
     
     
   • PCM connector attaching bolts
   • Two PCM connectors
   • PCM (A)

To Install:
NOTE: If the PCM is being programmed using the Off-Board method, perform the programming before continuing with the steps listed below.

1. Install or connect the following:
   • PCM
   • PCM connectors; torque connector screws
     1. Torque to: 71 lb-in. (8 Nm)
   • Air cleaner cover onto the air inlet housing
   • Snap the assembly clamps into place
   • Align the intake air duct/resonator assembly
   • The screw onto the intake air duct/resonator assembly
     1. Torque to: 27 lb-in. (3 Nm)
   • Connect the negative battery cable
2. Program the PCM, if required.

from autozone.com

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
See Figures 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10

1. Disconnect the negative, then the positive battery cables from the battery.
2. For 1990-94 vehicles, remove the battery and battery tray from the engine compartment.
3. For 1990-94 vehicles, detach the speedometer cable connector from the transaxle.
4. For 1995-98 2.0L turbo engines, remove the air hose.
5. For 1995-98 2.4L engines, remove the air cleaner and air intake hose.
6. If equipped with 1.8L engine, remove the bracket on the lower side if the intake manifold.
7. Detach the starter motor electrical connections.

Fig. Fig. 5: Exploded view of the starter motor and related components-1990-94 vehicles, others similar

Fig. Fig. 6: Unfasten the BAT terminal connector from the starter motor

Fig. Fig. 7: Unplug the starter motor electrical connector

1. Unfasten the starter motor mounting bolts, then remove the starter from the vehicle.

Fig. Fig. 8: Unfasten the starter mounting bolts

Fig. Fig. 9: Remove all of the starter mounting bolts ...

Fig. Fig. 10: ... then remove the starter motor from the vehicle
To install:

1. Clean both surfaces of starter motor flange and rear plate. Install the starter motor onto the engine and secure with the retainer bolts. Tighten the retainers to the specifications shown in the accompanying figure.
2. Attach the electrical harness connector(s) to the starter.
3. If removed, install the intake manifold stay and tighten the retainers to 18 ft. lbs. (25 Nm).
4. For 1995-98 2.4L engines, install the air cleaner and air intake hose.
5. For 1995-98 2.0L turbo engines, install the air hose.
6. For 1990-94 vehicles, attach the speedometer cable to the transaxle. Install the battery tray and battery.
7. Connect the positive, then the negative battery cables.

Operate the starter to assure proper operation.

here are some instructions and pics from autozone.com. there may be a bracket you have to remove.

1. Disconnect the negative, then the positive battery cables from the battery.
   
2. For 1990-94 vehicles, remove the battery and battery tray from the engine compartment.
3. For 1990-94 vehicles, detach the speedometer cable connector from the transaxle.
4. For 1995-98 2.0L turbo engines, remove the air hose.
5. For 1995-98 2.4L engines, remove the air cleaner and air intake hose.
6. If equipped with 1.8L engine, remove the bracket on the lower side if the intake manifold.
7. Detach the starter motor electrical connections.

Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PVC) Valve Removal & Installation 5.7L Engine To Remove:

1.The PCV valve is mounted into the top/right side of the intake manifold.

2.The PCV valve is sealed to the intake manifold with two O-rings.

3.Free the PCV valve by rotating counter-clockwise 90 degrees until the locating tabs align with the openings on the manifold.

4.Remove the PCV valve by pulling straight up from intake manifold and clearing the tabs.

5.Check the condition of two valve O-rings.

To Install:

1. Clean the PCV valve opening on the intake manifold.
2. Inspect the PCV valve O-rings. Replace if suspect.
3. Apply engine oil to the two O-rings.
4. Place the PCV valve into intake manifold.
5. Rotate the valve 90 degrees clockwise for installation.

6.1L Engine To Remove:

1. The PCV valve is threaded into the right-front corner of the intake manifold.
   
2. Remove the rubber hose from the PCV valve.
   
3. Unscrew the PCV valve from the intake manifold.
   

To Install:

1. Clean the PCV valve opening on the intake manifold.
   
2. Check the condition of the PCV valve O-ring. Replace if suspect.
   
3. Check the condition of the PCV valve threads and clean if necessary.
   
4. Apply engine oil to the O-ring.
   
5. Install the PCV valve into intake manifold.
   
6. Install the rubber hose to the PCV valve.
   

The spark plugs should lead to the coil pack via a spark plug wire but may be hidden by a plastic cover.

The following details the ignition coil changing on the Chrysler 300:

2.7L Engine To Remove:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold.
3. Use compressed air to clear the area around the ignition coil and spark plug.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition coil.
5. Remove the two fasteners securing the ignition coil.
6. Remove the ignition coil.

To Install:

1. Install the ignition coil.
2. Tighten the fasteners to 55 in-lb (6.2 Nm).
3. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition coil.
4. Install the intake manifold.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

3.5L Engine To Remove:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold.
3. Use compressed air to clear the area around the ignition coil and spark plug.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition coil. NOTE: Loosen the ignition coil fasteners by alternating back and forth. Do not lose the spacers under the coil when loosening the fasteners.
   
5. Remove the two fasteners securing the ignition coil.
6. Remove the ignition coil.

To Install:
NOTE: Tighten the ignition coil fasteners by alternating back and forth. Do not lose the spacers under the coil when installing the coil.

1. Install the ignition coil.
2. Tighten the fasteners to 60 in-lb (6.7 Nm).
3. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition coil.
4. Install the intake manifold.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.

5.7L Engine (2005) To Remove:
NOTE: Carefully note the position of each spark plug cable before disconnecting them so they can be installed in their original positions to prevent misfire.
NOTE: The throttle body intake air duct or intake air box may need to be removed to gain access to certain ignition coils.

1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition coil.
2. Remove the secondary ignition cable from the coil.
3. Use compressed air to clear the area around the ignition coil.
4. Remove the two fasteners securing the ignition coil. Bolts are retained to coil.
5. Remove the ignition coil. Pull with a slight twisting motion to help release the boot seal with the spark plugs.

To Install:
NOTE: Apply a light film of dielectric grease to the inside of the coil boots before installation.

1. Clean area around spark plug and coil mounting area with compressed air.
2. Install the ignition coil.
3. Tighten the fasteners to 105 in-lb (12 Nm).
4. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition coil.
5. Connect the secondary ignition cable to the coil.
6. Install the air duct or air box if removed.

Ignition coil mounting bolts (5.7L & 6.1L engines)

5.7L (2006) & 6.1L Engine To Remove:
NOTE: Each ignition coil, mounted on the valve cover, fires two spark plugs at each cylinder.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Use compressed air to clear the area around the ignition coil and spark plug.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the ignition coil.
4. Remove the two fasteners securing the ignition coil.
5. Remove the ignition coil. Pull with a slight twisting motion to help release the boot seal with the spark plugs.

To Install:
NOTE: Apply a light film of dielectric grease to the inside of the coil boots before installation.

1. Install the ignition coil.
2. Tighten the fasteners to 105 in-lb (12 Nm).
3. Connect the electrical connector to the ignition coil.
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Steps to replace the battery

Air Cleaner Removal

1. Loosen the air intake hose clamp (with a flathead screwdriver), which holds the intake tube to the air box lid.

2. Once the hose clamp is loosened, pop open the two spring-loaded clamps on the left and front side of the air box. The clamps help secure the lid to the air box. On the back of the air box lid there are 4 plastic slots, which match up with 4 corresponding tabs on the air box. In order to unhinge the lid from the air box, slide the lid away from you about an inch and gently lift the lid up. Ensure that the lid is free from the air box hinge; then carefully disconnect the air intake hose from the lid at the hose clamp and remove the lid from the engine compartment.

3. Lift the air filter out of the air box. 4. Disconnect the PCV hose from the lower air box.

5. The lower air box is removed by just tugging straight up on it. It will pop out as it's held in place by two rubber pins that wedge into the indentations in the plastic air box.

Battery Removal

6. Disconnect the battery terminals - negative 1st, the positive. 7. Remove the anchor bolt at the base of the battery using a 1/2" socket. 8. Lift battery out (with a battery carrier strap). Save the thermal blanket wrap to slip on the new battery.

Cleanup and Installation

9. Clean the terminals by dipping in a cup filled with baking soda and warm water. Use a battery terminal cleaning tool, wire brush to remove the corrosion or a tiny screw driver to scrape with. Rinse with water and clean up the tray with a towel.

10. Install the thermal blanket on new battery. Note the position of the notches on the blanket when replacing it. Lift into car and slide the battery as much as possible towards fender. Reinstall retaining bolt.

11. Install felt washers ($1) to prevent corrosion on the terminals

12. Reinstall terminals (positive 1st, then negative). Apply some grease or Vaseline to the tops of the terminals.

13. Reinstall air cleaner box. Carefully line it up and push down Make sure to seat it completely when you reinstall it.

14. Reinstall filter; cover. Make sure clips are on tight.

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Section 03-14: Engine Controls, Electronic 1994 Mustang. Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect battery ground cable (14301) .

1. Disconnect engine control sensor wiring (12A581) from intake air temperature sensor (IAT sensor) (12A697) .

1. Remove intake air temperature sensor from air cleaner outlet tube (9B659). (This is the tube that goes from the air cleaner to the engine.)

1. To install, reverse Removal procedure. Tighten intake air temperature sensor securely.

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