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Intake Manifold: Installation

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  1. Inspect and install new intake manifold gaskets, if necessary.
    Fig 1: Install New Intake Manifold Gaskets
    G01611267Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. Install the PCV hose.
    Fig 2: Install PCV Hose
    G01611268Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    3. NOTE: Engine removed for clarity.
    NOTE: Be sure to install the bolts in the previously marked locations.
    Fig 3: Install Intake Manifold And Mounting Bolts
    G01611269Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the intake manifold and the six mounting bolts.
  4. Connect the KS electrical connector.
    Fig 4: Connect KS Electrical Connector
    G01611270Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the coolant expansion tank. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .
  6. Install the upper oil level indicator tube bolt.
    Fig 5: Install Upper Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt
    G01611271Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Install the lower oil level indicator tube bolt.
    Fig 6: Install Lower Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt
    G01611272Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Install the lower intake bolt.
    Fig 7: Install Lower Intake Bolt
    G01611273Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Install the fuel pressure regulator vacuum hose.
    Fig 8: Install Fuel Pressure Regulator Vacuum Hose
    G01611274Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  10. Install the vacuum hoses and connect the electrical connectors.
    Fig 9: Install Vacuum Hoses And Connect Electrical Connectors
    G01611275Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Connect the TMAP sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 10: Connect TMAP Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01611276Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  12. Connect the evaporative emissions hoses.
    Fig 11: Connect Evaporative Emissions Hoses
    G01611277Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  13. Connect the IAC electrical connector.
    Fig 12: Connect IAC Electrical Connector
    G01611278Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  14. Connect the TP sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 13: Connect TP Sensor Electrical Connector
    G01611279Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  15. Install the accelerator cable bracket.
    1. Install the accelerator cable bracket.
    2. Install the accelerator cable and speed control cable (if equipped).
      Fig 14: Install Accelerator Cable Bracket
      G01611280Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  16. Install the accelerator control snow shield.
    Fig 15: Install Accelerator Control Snow Shield
    G01611281Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Install the air cleaner outlet tube.
    Fig 16: Install Air Cleaner Outlet Tube
    G01611282Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
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