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Intake Manifold: Installation

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    NOTE: Electrical and vacuum harnesses must not restrict movement of the CMCV control rods at rear of the intake manifold. Use extreme care on installation of the intake manifold to prevent any pinching of electrical and vacuum harnesses.
  1. Using new intake manifold gaskets, position the intake manifold.
  2. Install the intake manifold bolts and stud bolt.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  3. Fig 1: Identifying Intake Manifold Bolts Tightening Sequence
    GF0015182Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Connect the vacuum hose to the T-fitting.
  5. Position the wiring harness and attach the wiring retainers to the intake manifold stud bolt and the CMCV bracket.
  6. Connect the CMCV electrical connector.
  7. Connect the TP sensor and electronic TB electrical connectors.
  8. Connect the PCV tube to the intake manifold.
  9. Connect the EVAP tube to the intake manifold.
  10. Install the fuel rail and injectors. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 4.6L (3V) .
  11. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .