Intake Manifold Installation

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Fig 1: Intake Manifold Studs

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the intake manifold studs in the manifold face and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Intake Manifold

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Install a new intake manifold gasket on the intake manifold.
Install the intake manifold.
Install the intake manifold bolts and nuts finger tight.

Fig 3: Identifying Intake Manifold Bolt & Nut Tightening Sequence

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Tighten the intake manifold bolts and nuts in sequence to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 4: View Of Fuel Injector Tip Insulators

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Lubricate NEW fuel injector tip insulators with engine oil.
Install NEW fuel injector tip insulators.

Fig 5: View Of Fuel Rail Assembly

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Lubricate the fuel injector oil rings with engine oil.
Install the fuel rail assembly.
Install the fuel rail fastener and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 6: View Of Throttle Body

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Install a new throttle body gasket.
Install the throttle body.
Install the throttle body bolts and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 7: View of Intake Manifold

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Install the EVAP canister valve (2) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the EVAP canister valve tube (1).