Upper Intake Manifold: Removal
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.
NOTE:
If the engine is repaired or replaced because of upper engine failure, typically including valve or piston damage, check the intake manifold for metal debris. If metal debris is found, install a new intake manifold. Failure to follow these instructions can result in engine damage.
- 1.
Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to Intake Air Distribution And Filtering System .
- 2.
Disconnect the Evaporative Emission (EVAP) canister vent solenoid and throttle body electrical connectors.- Detach the wiring harness pin-type retainer from the upper intake manifold.
- 3.
Disconnect the MAPT electrical connector.- Detach the wiring harness pin-type retainer from the upper intake manifold.
- 4.
Disconnect the EVAP vapor tube from the EVAP canister vent solenoid. For additional information, refer to Fuel System - General Information .- Detach the EVAP vapor tube from the 2 retainers.
- 5.
Release the clamps and disconnect the power brake booster vacuum supply hose and crankcase ventilation hose from the upper intake manifold.
- 8.
Remove the 7 bolts and the upper intake manifold.- Remove and discard the gasket.
- Clean and inspect all of the sealing surfaces of the upper and lower intake manifold.