Removal (4.2L - Upper Intake Manifold)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln Navigator, 2002 Lincoln Blackwood, 2002 Ford Pickup, and 2002 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove air cleaner outlet tube. Mark spark plug wires for reassembly reference and remove. Disconnect accelerator and cruise control cable from throttle body. Disconnect harness connectors and vacuum hoses from upper intake manifold. See Figure.
- Disconnect PCV hose from upper intake manifold. If necessary, remove throttle body nuts and throttle body. Remove EGR bracket and position aside. Evenly loosen 12 upper intake manifold bolts. Remove upper intake manifold. Inspect gaskets and replace as necessary.