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Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection

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  1. Clean the intake manifold mating surfaces.
    Fig 1: Intake Manifold Mating Surfaces
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  2. Inspect the intake manifold for damage. (4)
  3. Inspect the intake manifold for cracks and fractures.
  4. Inspect the crankcase ventilation passages in the intake manifold face for blockage.
  5. Clean the crankcase ventilation passages with compressed air if necessary. Use a maximum of 172 kPa (25 psi) of air pressure.
    WARNING: Wear safety glasses in order to avoid eye damage.
  6. Clean the throttle body sealing surface. (3)
  7. Clean the intake manifold to cylinder head sealing surface (1).
  8. Clean the exhaust gas recirculation pipe sealing surface (2).
  9. Replace the intake manifold as necessary.