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Exhaust Manifold - RH: Removal

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  1. Remove the RH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  2. Disconnect the RH Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
  3. Remove the 6 nuts and the RH exhaust manifold.
    • Discard the nuts and gasket.
  4. Clean and inspect the RH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
  5. Remove and discard the 6 RH exhaust manifold studs.
    Fig 1: Location of RH Exhaust Manifold Studs
    G08020685Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    6. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These may cause scratches and gouges resulting in leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean the sealing surfaces.
  6. Clean the exhaust manifold mating surface of the cylinder head with metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
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