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Removal and Installation

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  1. With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.
  2. Remove the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - 2.5L article.
  3. Remove the cooling fan motor and shroud. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING - HYBRID article.
  4. Remove the Throttle Body (TB). For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - HYBRID article.
  5. Remove the accessory drive belt tensioner. For additional information, refer to ACCESSORY DRIVE - HYBRID article.
  6. Disconnect the Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch electrical connector.
  7. Disconnect the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor electrical connector.
  8. Disconnect the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge valve electrical connector.
  9. Disconnect the EVAP tube-to-EVAP canister purge valve quick connect coupling and the brake booster vacuum tube from the intake manifold.
  10. Disconnect the Knock Sensor (KS) electrical connector and detach the 2 pin-type retainers.
    Fig 1: Locating Knock Sensor Electrical Connector And Pin-Type Retainers
    G07441663Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Detach the 2 wiring retainers from the intake manifold near the TB  mounting area.
  12. Detach the engine wiring harness retainer from the intake manifold.
  13. Remove the 3 electric A/C compressor bolts and position aside.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    14. NOTE: The cylinder head side of the intake manifold is showing the location of the 7 bolts.
  14. Remove the 7 bolts and position the intake manifold aside to access the PCV hose connector.
    • To install, tighten to 18 Nm (159 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Locating Intake Manifold Bolts
      G07441664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Squeeze the 2 PCV hose connector tabs and disconnect the PCV hose from the intake manifold.
    Fig 3: Locating PCV Hose Connector Tabs
    G07441665Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Remove the intake manifold and gaskets.
    17. 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.
  17. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Inspect and install new intake manifold gaskets if necessary.
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