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Exhaust Manifold: Installation

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    CAUTION: The exhaust manifold sealing surfaces are soft metals. Do not use abrasive grinding discs to remove gasket material; use only plastic manual scrapers. Do not scratch or gouge the aluminum sealing surfaces.
  1. Carefully clean both sealing surfaces.
    • Position a new gasket.
  2. Install the exhaust manifold and tighten using the sequence shown.
    Fig 1: Exhaust Manifold Nuts & Bolts Installation Sequence
    G03430274Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the oil level indicator and tube.
    Fig 2: Installing Oil Level Indicator & Tube
    G03430275Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the catalytic converter.
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