Upper Intake Manifold: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.

Using new gaskets, install the upper intake manifold and tighten the 7 bolts in the sequence shown below 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
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Install the upper intake manifold support bracket bolt to the RH cylinder head.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the rear of the upper intake manifold.
Connect the brake booster vacuum hose to the engine.
Connect the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector.
- Attach the EVAP canister purge valve electrical connector wiring harness pin-type retainer.
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.
Connect the TB electrical connector.
- Attach the TB electrical connector wiring harness pin-type retainer to the TB .
Connect the PCV tube quick connect coupling to the intake manifold. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
Install the ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING .