Upper Intake Manifold: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Lincoln MKS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1.

Using a new gasket, install the upper intake manifold and the 7 bolts.
- Tighten in the sequence shown in illustration in 2 stages.
  - Stage 1: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  - Stage 2: Tighten an additional 45 degrees.

Fig 1: Upper Intake Manifold Bolts Tightening Sequence

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2.

Install the upper intake manifold support bracket bolt.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

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3.

Attach the 2 coolant tube retainers to the upper intake manifold.

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4.

Connect the power brake booster vacuum supply hose and crankcase ventilation hose to the upper intake manifold.

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5.

Connect the EVAP vapor tube to the EVAP canister vent solenoid. For additional information, refer to Fuel System - General Information .
- Attach the EVAP vapor tube to the 2 retainers.

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6.

Connect the MAPT electrical connector.
- Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the upper intake manifold.

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7.

Connect the EVAP canister vent solenoid and throttle body electrical connectors.
- Attach the wiring harness pin-type retainer to the upper intake manifold.

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8.

Install the ACL outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Intake Air Distribution And Filtering System .