Exhaust Manifolds: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1997 Ford Ranger, 1997 Ford Explorer, 1996 Ford Ranger, and 1996 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Clean all mating surfaces. Lightly oil all bolt/stud threads before installation. Install exhaust manifold on cylinder head, and tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS table. To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Fill and bleed cooling system if necessary. See COOLING SYSTEM BLEEDING .