Exhaust Manifold - RH: Installation

Install 6 new RH exhaust manifold studs.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
NOTE: Failure to tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to specification a second time will cause the exhaust manifold to develop an exhaust leak.

Using a new gasket, install the RH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts. Tighten in 2 stages in the sequence shown in illustration:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig 1: Locating RH Exhaust Manifold Studs With Tightening Sequence
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Connect the RH HO2S electrical connector.

Fig 2: Locating RH Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Electrical Connector
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the RH catalytic converter. REFER to CATALYTIC CONVERTER - RH, FWD , or REFER to CATALYTIC CONVERTER - RH, AWD .