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Lower Intake Manifold: Installation

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  1. Clean and inspect all mating surfaces.
  2. Install new gaskets in the lower intake manifold.
  3. Install the lower intake manifold assembly and tighten the bolts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 1: Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G03429634Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the fuel rail.
    1. Position the wire harness locators and connect the six fuel injector electrical connectors.
    2. Connect the fuel pressure damper vacuum hose.
    3. Connect the fuel injection harness to the fuel supply manifold.
    Fig 2: Connecting Fuel Injection Harness To Fuel Supply Manifold
    G03429635Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD .
  6. Connect the fuel hose spring lock coupling.