INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ (3.0L Duratec)]

1. Disconnect the quick release connector. (See QUICK RELEASE CONNECTOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ (3.0L Duratec)].)

2. Remove the dynamic chamber. (See DYNAMIC CHAMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [AJ (3.0L Duratec)].)

3. Disconnect the fuel injector connector.

4. Disconnect the vacuum hose.

5. Remove the intake manifold installation bolts.

6. Remove the intake manifold and fuel distributor as a unit.

7. Remove the fuel distributor installation bolts at four points.

8. Remove the intake manifold from the fuel distributor.

9. Remove the six fuel injectors from the intake manifold.

Note

• If there is damage to the gasket, replace with a new gasket.

10. Install in the reverse order of removal.