Upper Intake Manifold: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Ford Pickup, 1995 Ford Econoline, 1995 Ford Club Wagon, and 1995 Ford Bronco. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Mark and disconnect electrical connectors at upper intake components. Disconnect throttle linkage by prying with screwdriver. DO NOT pull off by hand. Disconnect kickdown linkage from throttle body. Remove throttle linkage cable bracket.
- Mark and disconnect vacuum lines at upper intake. Disconnect PCV hose from rear of upper intake. On Van, remove oil filler tube. On all models, remove 2 canister purge lines from throttle body. Disconnect heater hoses attached to throttle body. Disconnect EGR tube from EGR valve.
- Remove upper intake support bracket. Remove 6 upper intake manifold mounting bolts. Remove upper intake manifold and throttle body as an assembly. Remove intake manifold gasket.