Intake Manifold
Base Part Number: 9424
Removal
NOTICE: During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces, that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
1. Release the fuel system pressure. Refer to: Fuel System Pressure Release (310-00C Fuel System - General Information - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 (308kW/418PS), General Procedures).
2. Disconnect the battery ground and positive cables. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).
3. If equipped with a strut tower cross brace, detach the wiring harness retainer. Remove the nuts and the strut tower cross brace.
4. NOTE: The engine appearance cover rubber grommets may remain on the cover. If so, remove the grommets from the cover and install them on the intake manifold before installing the cover.
Remove the engine appearance cover.
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