Intake Manifold (Lower) Installation (4.3L, 5.0L & 5.7L)
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Install the intake manifold.
- Install the valve rocker arm cover.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
- Install the power steering pump bracket using the following procedure:
- Install the power steering pump bracket onto the stud.
- Install the nut onto the stud finger tight.
- Install the three bolts finger tight.
- Install the two nuts to the back of the power steering pump.
- Install the three bolts. Tighten the nuts and the bolts to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Install the power steering pump pulley.
- Connect the electrical connector to the power steering pump.
- Connect the fuel pipes to the rear of the intake manifold.
- Connect the wiring bracket to the rear of the right cylinder head.
- Install the PCV valve.
- Connect the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe to the bracket and the front of the intake manifold.
- Use a twisting motion to install the vacuum brake booster hose, if equipped.
- Install the air conditioning (A/C) compressor, if equipped.
- Install the drive belt.
- Connect the throttle cable and the cruise control cable, if equipped.
- Install the distributor.
- Connect all electrical connectors.
- Install the following coolant hoses:
- Upper radiator hose.
- Both heater hoses.
- Coolant by-pass hose.
- Install the air cleaner assembly.
- Fill the engine cooling system with coolant.
- Connect the battery negative cable.