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Exhaust Manifold - RH

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
  2. Remove the three-way catalytic (TWC) converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  3. Remove the screws and the lower RH splash shield.
    Fig 1: Removing Lower RH Splash Shield With Screws
    G03200953Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the fresh air inlet duct. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM .
  5. Remove the components in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.
    Fig 2: Removing RH Exhaust Manifold
    G03200954Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Items 6 and 7: RH Exhaust Manifold Installation Note 

  1. Install the exhaust manifold gasket and stud bolt.
  2. Install the exhaust manifold.
    • Install the exhaust manifold.
    • Install the exhaust manifold nuts hand tight.
    • Install the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system module-to-exhaust manifold tube to the exhaust manifold.
    • Tighten the eight nuts in the sequence shown.
    Fig 3: Identifying RH Exhaust Manifold Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G03200955Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.