Intake Manifold Assembly - 4.6L: Assembly

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Position the intake manifold tuning valve and install the bolts.

Fig 1: Installing Bolts
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Position a new lower intake manifold gasket and the upper intake manifold on the lower intake manifold and loosely install the bolts.

Fig 2: Positioning Lower Intake Manifold Gasket And Upper Intake Manifold
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Tighten the bolts in two stages using the sequence shown.
- Stage 1: Tighten to 2 Nm (18 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 3: Intake Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence
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Install the engine noise shield.

Fig 4: Installing Engine Noise Shield
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NOTE: Lubricate the new O-ring seals with clean engine oil, to aid installation.

Fig 5: Installing Fuel Injectors Into Fuel Injection Supply Manifold

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Install the fuel injectors into the fuel injection supply manifold.
Install the fuel injection supply manifold and the four bolts.

Fig 6: Installing Fuel Injection Supply Manifold And Bolts
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