Exhaust Manifold LH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Econoline. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the oil level indicator extension.

Fig 1: Removing Oil Level Indicator Extension
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Remove the oil level indicator tube (6754).
1. Remove the nut.
2. Remove the oil level indicator tube.
3. Remove and discard the oil level indicator tube O-ring.
Fig 2: Removing Oil Level Indicator Tube
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Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the engine cover. For additional information, refer to INTERIOR TRIM AND ORNAMENTATION .
Disconnect the LH heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.

Fig 3: Disconnecting LH Heated Oxygen Sensor
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Remove the nuts and disconnect the Y-pipe from the LH exhaust manifold (9430).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Y-Pipe From LH Exhaust Manifold
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Remove the LH exhaust manifold and the LH exhaust manifold gasket (9448).
1. Remove the LH stud bolts.
2. Remove the LH bolts.
3. Remove the LH exhaust manifold.
4. Remove and discard the LH exhaust manifold gasket.
Fig 5: Removing LH Exhaust Manifold
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