Exhaust Manifold - RH: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup, 2012 Ford F550 Super Duty, 2012 Ford F450 Super Duty, and 2012 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: For EXPORT ONLY vehicles (outside US/Canada) an Export Supplement is provided and should be referenced to identify differences that can impact service procedures. Vehicles can be identified by referring to the underhood Vehicle Emission Control Information (VECI) label which states, "Not certified for US EPA or CARB Regulations".

Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Intake Manifold - Upper .
Remove the RH turbocharger inlet pipe. For additional information refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
Remove the turbocharger. For additional information, refer to FUEL CHARGING AND CONTROLS - TURBOCHARGER .
Remove the 2 bolts and the EGR valve inlet tube bracket.
- Discard the bolts.
Fig 1: Locating EGR Valve Inlet Tube Bracket And Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: EGR cooler side shown in illustration, exhaust manifold side similar.

Fig 2: Locating EGR Valve Inlet Tube And Bolts

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the 4 bolts and the EGR valve inlet tube.
- Remove and discard the gaskets.
Remove the 2 fuel rail supply tube bracket bolts.

Fig 3: Locating Fuel Rail Supply Tube Bracket Bolts
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

NOTE: It will be necessary to flex the fuel tube toward the front of the vehicle in order to remove the exhaust manifold heat shield.

Remove the 5 bolts and the RH exhaust manifold heat shield.
Remove the 8 nuts, 8 spacers and the RH exhaust manifold.
- Remove and discard the exhaust manifold gasket and nuts.
- Replace any exhaust manifold stud(s) that is damaged or removed with the nut.