Removal & Installation (3.0L - Lower)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove upper intake manifold. See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION (3.0L - UPPER) . Remove fuel line bracket bolt. Disconnect fuel pressure sensor vacuum line. Disconnect fuel charging wiring harness connector. Disconnect PCV tube and position aside.

CAUTION: Lower intake manifold and fuel injection supply manifold must be removed as an assembly.

Remove bolts retaining lower intake manifold. Remove lower intake manifold and gaskets. Inspect gaskets and replace gaskets as necessary.
To install, place lower intake manifold onto lower intake manifold gaskets. Working from center of lower intake manifold outward, tighten lower intake manifold bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .