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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: Tightening Sequence Of Lower Intake Manifold Bolts
    G01592687Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
    Fig 2: Connecting Fuel Injector Electrical Connectors
    G01592688Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Connect the fuel hose spring lock coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .
  6. Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD .