Lower Intake Manifold

LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD





WARNING: Release fuel system pressure before servicing system components. Service vehicles in well ventilated areas and avoid ignition sources. Never smoke while servicing the vehicle.

NOTE: Turbo charged engines could be equipped with either an aluminum or a plastic intake manifold.

1. Perform fuel system pressure release procedure before attempting any repairs Service and Repair.
2. Disconnect negative battery cable (1).
3. Remove upper intake manifold Intake Manifold - Removal.




4. Partially drain (2) cooling system below thermostat level.




5. Remove upper radiator hose (1).




6. Remove coolant outlet connector (2) and thermostat (3).




7. Disconnect the fuel supply line quick connect at the fuel rail assembly Service and Repair.

WARNING: WRAP SHOP TOWELS AROUND HOSE TO CATCH ANY GASOLINE SPILLAGE.

8. Disconnect fuel injector wiring harness.




9. Remove screw (3) attaching the oil dipstick tube (1) to lower intake manifold.




10. Turbocharger Equipped Engine: Remove fasteners for lower intake manifold support bracket (3).




11. Remove lower intake manifold fasteners.
12. Remove lower intake manifold.