Installation Procedure

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Install the a NEW exhaust manifold gasket.
Install the exhaust manifold.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the exhaust manifold bolt and nuts.
Tighten
- Tighten the bolt to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).
- Tighten the nuts to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
Raise and suitably support the vehicle with safety stands.

Fig 1: Installing Exhaust Manifold, Gasket, Bolt & Nuts - Right (8.1L)
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Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts/nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield, Bolts & Nuts - Right (8.1L)
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Position the EGR pipe.
Install a NEW EGR pipe gasket (1).
Install the EGR pipe bracket bolt (4).
Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the EGR pipe nuts (5) to the exhaust manifold.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Install the spark plugs. Refer to SPARK PLUG .

Fig 3: Installing EGR Pipe Gasket, Bracket Bolt & Nuts (8.1L)
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Important: Fully install the spark plug wires by pushing on the exposed end of the spark plug boot. Do not push the spark plug wire on to the spark plug by using the metal heat shield.
Install the spark plug wires to the spark plugs and ignition coils.
Install the oil level indicator.
Install the wheelhouse panel. Refer to WHEELHOUSE PANEL REPLACEMENT in Body Front End.

Fig 4: Installing Spark Plug Wires - Right (8.1L)
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