Intake Manifold: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford EcoSport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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NOTE: Make sure the KS wiring connectors are properly routed and not trapped behind the intake manifold while installing the intake manifold.
- Connect the crankcase vent oil separator tube.
- Install the intake manifold and the bolts finger tight.
- Install the bottom intake manifold mounting bolt finger tight.
- Tighten the intake manifold bolts in sequence shown.
Torque 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
- Connect the brake vacuum tube to the intake manifold.
- Connect the EVAP canister purge valve tube quick release coupling. Refer to: Quick Release Coupling
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- Connect the throttle body electrical connector and attach the wire harness retainers.
- Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe .
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- Attach the wiring harness connector retainer.
- Attach the wiring harness retainer.
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- Attach the KS wiring harness connector retainers.
- Attach the wiring harness retainer.
- If equipped, install the underbody shield and the retainers.
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NOTE: Lubricating the grommets with silicone grease will aid in the installation of the engine appearance cover, and any future removal and installation of the cover.
- Lubricate each grommet with silicone grease.
Material Motorcraft® Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound / XG-3-A (ESE-M1C171-A)
- Position the engine appearance cover onto engine with the grommets aligned with the studs.
- Press down on the engine appearance cover at each grommet location to attach the grommets onto the studs.
- Lubricate each grommet with silicone grease.
- Connect the battery ground. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .