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Upper Intake Manifold: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces. Inspect and install new gaskets as necessary.
    Fig 1: Tightening Upper Intake Manifold Bolts
    G03995741Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  1. Position the upper intake manifold and loosely install the 6 bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  2. Install the RH upper intake manifold support brace-to-upper intake manifold bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  3. Connect the fuel pressure sensor electrical connector and vacuum hose.
  4. Connect the 2 IMT valve electrical connectors.
  5. Install the front upper intake manifold support brace-to-upper intake manifold bolt.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  6. Position the PCV tube and the coolant hose and attach the PCV tube to the PCV valve.
  7. Attach the coolant hose and the PCV tube retainer to the upper intake manifold.
  8. Connect the 2 coolant hoses to the upper intake manifold.
  9. Connect the EVAP and PCV tubes to the upper intake manifold.
  10. Connect the brake booster vacuum hose to the upper intake manifold.
  11. Connect the TP sensor and electronic throttle control electrical connectors.
  12. Position the cross-vehicle brace and install the 7 bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  13. Install the cowl panel grill. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
  14. Install the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  15. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  16. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .