Exhaust Manifold - LH: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
- Remove the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister purge valve. For additional information, refer to EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS .
- Remove the 2 dash boot nuts.
- Remove the catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
- Disconnect the LH Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
- Remove and discard the engine oil filter.
- Using a suitable holding device, hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
- Remove the upper bolt from the intermediate steering shaft and position the intermediate steering shaft aside.
- Remove the 8 nuts and the LH exhaust manifold.
- Discard the nuts and gaskets.
- Clean and inspect the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Remove and discard the 8 LH exhaust manifold studs.
NOTE:
Use a steering wheel holding device (such as Hunter® 28-75-1 or equivalent).
NOTE:
Do not allow the steering wheel to rotate while the steering column intermediate shaft is disconnected or damage to the clockspring can result. If there is evidence that the wheel has rotated, the clockspring must be removed and recentered. For additional information, refer to SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM
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