Installation Procedure

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Install the intake manifold gasket (1).

Fig 1: Intake Manifold Gasket
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Install the intake manifold (2).

Fig 2: Intake Bolts
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Hand start the upper intake manifold bolts (1).
Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Install the lower intake manifold bolt (1).
Tighten the fasteners in sequence.

Fig 3: Intake Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
- First Pass: 12 N.m (106 lb in)
- Final Pass: 12 N.m (106 lb in)
Install the fuel pump. Refer to Fuel Pump Replacement .
Install the throttle body. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement (LKW) .
Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement (LKW) »Install (1)

Fig 4: EVAP Canister Valve
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Install the rear brake vacuum pipe (1). Refer to Power Brake Booster Vacuum Rear Pipe Replacement (LKW) .

Fig 5: Brake Vacuum Pipe
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Connect electrical connectors as necessary.
Clip the retainers attaching the fuel injector harness to the intake manifold and reposition the harness.
Install the PCV pipe (1). Refer to Positive Crankcase Ventilation Hose/Pipe/Tube Replacement (LKW) .

Fig 6: PCV Pipe
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Install the intake manifold cover. Refer to Intake Manifold Cover Replacement (LKW) .