Removal (3.8L & 5.0L)
- Disconnect wiring harness connectors as necessary. Disconnect throttle and transmission linkages from throttle body. Remove cable bracket with cables attached, and position bracket aside.
- Mark and disconnect all vacuum lines to throttle body and upper intake manifold. Disconnect PCV system from fitting at rear of upper intake manifold. On 5.0L, disconnect EGR coolant lines from fittings on EGR spacer.
- On 3.8L models, remove EGR valve and EGR transducer. Remove nut retaining alternator bracket to upper intake manifold. Remove 2 bolts retaining alternator bracket to water pump and alternator. On all models, remove bolts holding upper intake manifold to lower intake manifold. Remove upper intake manifold and throttle body as an assembly.