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12. Intake Manifold Removal

Intake Manifold Removal





1. Remove the fuel pressure regulator vacuum hose.





2. Remove the fuel injection fuel rail bolts and/or studs.
3. Remove the fuel injection fuel rail.





4. Remove the intake manifold bolts.

Important: Do not attempt to loosen the manifold by prying under the gasket surface with any tool.

5. Remove the intake manifold.





Important: The intake manifold gaskets are not reusable.

6. Remove and discard the intake manifold side gaskets.





7. Remove and discard the lower intake manifold end seals.





Important: The splash shield is secured using a snap-in fit. Do not distort the splash shield. The splash shield is reusable.

8. Remove the splash shield.