Exhaust Manifold - RH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Lincoln MKZ and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the RH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Disconnect the RH Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
Remove the 6 nuts and the RH exhaust manifold.
- Discard the nuts and gasket.
Clean and inspect the RH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
Remove and discard the 6 RH exhaust manifold studs.

Fig 1: Locating RH Exhaust Manifold Studs
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These may cause scratches and gouges resulting in leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean the sealing surfaces.

Clean the exhaust manifold mating surface of the cylinder head with metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.