Intake Manifold - Spacer Assembly: Installation

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Inspect the intake manifold spacer assembly mounting gaskets. Install new gaskets, if necessary.

Fig 1: Inspecting Intake Manifold Spacer Assembly Mounting Gaskets
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Install the intake manifold spacer assembly. Tighten the bolts in two steps in the sequence shown.
- Step 1 - Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
- Step 2 - Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
Fig 2: Tightening Bolts In Sequence
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Connect the EGR solenoid electrical and vacuum connectors.
- Connect the intake manifold vacuum connector.
- Position the transmission oil level tube bracket and install the retaining nut.
Fig 3: Connecting Intake Manifold Vacuum Connector
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Connect the heater water hoses at the intake.

Fig 4: Connecting Heater Water Hoses
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Connect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose.

Fig 5: Connecting Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Hose
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Connect the vapor management valve (VMV) hose.

Fig 6: Connecting Vapor Management Valve (VMV) Hose
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Connect the brake booster vacuum hose.

Fig 7: Connecting Brake Booster Vacuum Hose
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Connect the throttle position (TP) sensor.

Fig 8: Connecting Throttle Position (TP) Sensor
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Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD .
Fill the cooling system. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING .