Exhaust Manifold - Removal

REMOVAL

Special Tools:










1. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor electrical connector (3).
2. Remove the clean air hose (2).
3. Remove the air cleaner housing (4).
4. Remove the engine cover (1).





5. Disconnect the negative battery cable (1).





6. Install Engine Support Fixture (1).

7. Raise and support the vehicle.





CAUTION: When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.

8. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors (2).
9. Saturate the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter retaining bolts and nuts with Mopar(R) Rust Penetrant or equivalent and allow 5 minutes for penetration.
10. Remove the right and left exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly Catalytic Converter - Removal.




Right side shown, left side similar.
11. Remove the right and left engine mount through bolts (3).
12. Lower the vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not damage engine harness while raising the engine.

13. Using the Engine Support Fixture , raise the engine enough to gain access to the exhaust manifold retaining bolts.
14. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield.






NOTE: The bolts used to secure the exhaust manifold are stainless steel at locations 7 and 8. All bolts removed must be installed in the same location were they were removed from.

15. Right Side: Using the sequence shown, remove the exhaust manifold retaining bolts.






NOTE: The bolts used to secure the exhaust manifold are stainless steel at locations 5 and 6. All bolts removed must be installed in the same location were they were removed from.

16. Left Side: Using the sequence shown, remove the exhaust manifold retaining bolts.




Left side shown, right similar.
17. Remove the exhaust manifold (2) and gasket.
18. Inspect the exhaust manifold for any damage Exhaust Manifold - Inspection.
19. Clean the mating surfaces.