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Exhaust Manifold - LH: Installation

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  1. Using 2 new exhaust manifold gaskets and 8 new studs, position the 2 gaskets and exhaust manifold and install the 8 studs.
    • Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  2. Using new exhaust manifold nuts, install the 8 nuts in 2 stages in the sequence shown in illustration.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten to 32 Nm (24 lb-ft).
      Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Manifold Nuts Tightening Sequence
      G06518211Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Position the exhaust manifold heat shield and install the 2 bolts.
    • Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
      Fig 2: Locating Exhaust Shield Bolts
      G06518210Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. If equipped with an engine block heater, position the engine block heater wiring harness and connect the electrical connector.
  5. Install the 4 exhaust Y-pipe flange nuts (2 RH and 2 LH).
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
      Fig 3: Locating Exhaust Y-Pipe Flange Nuts
      G06126508Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. NOTE: Do not allow the steering column shaft to rotate while the intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the shaft has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM .

    Connect the upper steering column shaft to the steering column and install a new upper steering column shaft-to-steering column bolt.

    • To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
      Fig 4: Locating Upper Steering Column Shaft-To-Steering Column Bolt
      G08596939Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the LF front splash shield. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .