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    Just pull the lower intake manifold that's gonna be your best bet. I typically use a pic type tool that has a L on the end of it. Never has an issue doing it that way. Good luck.
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    dig that sucker out. get a pick tool or very small screw driver and crack it and pull it out.

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    I just did my elbows last week and same thing happened. I just used all 5 fingers, a few tools, and curse words and bam i got the lil piece out after 25min.
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    I wondered if the water pump that sits just below this hole immediately leads to the lower intake manifold? If I remove the water pump will I be able to access the piece of plastic?
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