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Upper Intake Manifold: Installation

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    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.
  1. Using new gaskets, install the upper intake manifold and tighten the 7 bolts in the sequence shown in illustration in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.
      Fig 1: Identifying Upper Intake Manifold Bolts Tightening Sequence
      G07410293Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the upper intake manifold support bracket bolt to the RH cylinder head.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  3. Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the rear of the upper intake manifold.
  4. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose to the engine.
  5. Connect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
    • Attach the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector wiring harness pin-type retainer.
  6. Connect EVAP tube to the EVAP canister purge valve. For additional information, REFER to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
    • Attach the EVAP hose retainer to the intake manifold.
  7. Connect the TB electrical connector.
    • Attach the TB electrical connector wiring harness pin-type retainer to the TB.
  8. Connect the PCV tube quick connect coupling to the intake manifold. For additional information, REFER to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  9. Install the ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, REFER to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .