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Lower Intake Manifold: Removal

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NOTE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  2. Drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  3. Remove the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 3.5L .
  4. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .
  5. Remove the 3 thermostat housing-to-lower intake manifold bolts.
  6. Remove the 10 bolts and the lower intake manifold.
    • Remove and discard the intake manifold and thermostat housing gaskets.
    • Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces.
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