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Intake Manifold: Installation

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    NOTE: If the engine is repaired or replaced because of upper engine failure, typically including valve or piston damage, check the intake manifold for metal debris. If metal debris is found, install a new intake manifold. Failure to follow these instructions can result in engine damage.
  1. Position the intake manifold onto the engine.
  2. Loosely install the 4 fuel rail bolts.
  3. Tighten the 12 intake manifold bolts and install the 4 fuel rail bolts in 4 stages in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Stage 1: Tighten the 12 intake manifold bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten the 12 intake manifold bolts an additional 45 degrees.
    • Stage 3: Tighten the 4 fuel rail bolts to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Stage 4: Tighten the 4 fuel rail bolts an additional 90 degrees.
    Fig 1: Intake Manifold And Fuel Rail Bolts Tightening Sequence
    G07479411Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the 4 wiring harness retainers to the rear of the intake manifold.
  5. Connect the 8 fuel injector electrical connectors.
  6. Position the PCV tube and connect the quick connect couplings. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL article.
  7. Connect the electrical connector and the EVAP tube quick connect coupling to the EVAP canister purge valve. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL article.
  8. Position the TB and tighten the 4 bolts in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 60 degrees.
  9. Connect the ETC electrical connector and wiring harness retainer.
  10. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose to the intake manifold and Install the clamp.
  11. Connect the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION - GASOLINE AND DIESEL article.
  12. Position the generator support bracket and install the 4 bolts.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm.
    • Stage 2: Tighten an addition 45 degrees.
  13. Install the generator. For additional information, refer to CHARGING SYSTEM article.
  14. Install the 8 ignition coils. For additional information, refer to ENGINE IGNITION - 6.2L (2V) article.