Exhaust Manifold - LH: Installation

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Install the 8 new exhaust manifold studs.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Install a new exhaust manifold gasket, the exhaust manifold and 8 new nuts.
- Tighten in sequence shown in illustration to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).

Fig 1: Tightening Sequence

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Install the LH HO2S. For additional information, refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS article.
Connect the EGR system module tube to the exhaust manifold.
- Tighten to 43 Nm (32 lb-ft).
Position the catalytic converter flange and install 2 new catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold nuts.
- Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Position the intermediate shaft on the steering gear and install the pinch bolt.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).