Exhaust Manifold - RH: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Mercury Milan and 2011 Ford Fusion. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install 6 new RH exhaust manifold studs.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Fig 1: Locating RH Exhaust Manifold Studs
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: The catalytic converter heat shield must be positioned up into the engine compartment prior to installing the PTU bracket.

Position the catalytic converter heat shield into the engine compartment.
Install the PTU bracket and the 5 bolts.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-in).
Fig 2: Locating PTU Bracket And Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install a new gasket, the RH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts.
- Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in) in the sequence shown in the illustration.
Fig 3: Identifying RH Exhaust Manifold Nuts Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the RH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Install the EGR tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL - 3.0L (4V) -- FUSION & MILAN article.