Exhaust Manifold - LH: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Remove the engine cover. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION article.
- Prior to removing the exhaust manifold, inspect the exhaust manifold for warpage with a feeler gauge between the manifold and the cylinder head. Record the measurement and compare with the specifications.
- Remove the 2 LH exhaust manifold-to-turbocharger adapter pipe nuts.
- Discard the nuts.
- Disconnect the Exhaust Pressure (EP) tube from the LH exhaust manifold.
- Remove the 8 bolts, 8 spacers and the LH exhaust manifold.
- Discard the bolts.