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88. Intake Manifold Installation



Intake Manifold Installation




1. Install the gaskets (520) and spacer (521).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the manifold (500), bolts (508) and nuts (507).




3. Tighten the nuts and bolts in sequence.

1. Tighten the nuts and bolts in sequence a first pass to 11 N.m (8 lb ft).
2. Tighten the nuts and bolts in sequence a final pass to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).




4. Install the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube (509) and bolts (510).

Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

5. Install the studs (553), gaskets (501 and 506) and covers (502 and 505).
6. Install the bolts (504) and nuts (503).

Tighten the bolts and nuts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

7. Install the dampener (728) and bolts (729).

Tighten the bolts to 21 N.m (15.9 lb ft).

8. Install the cap (554).




9. Install the studs (515), gasket (511), cover (512), nuts (514) and bolts (513).




10. Tighten the nuts and bolts in sequence.

1. Tighten the nuts and bolts in sequence a first pass to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
2. Tighten the nuts and bolts in sequence a second pass to 12 N.m (106 lb in).




11. Install the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose (548) and clamps (549).
12. Install the EVAP valve (718), with hoses, clamps (719) and bolts (727).

Tighten the bolts to 9.8 N.m (87 lb in).

13. Install the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor (715) and NEW O-ring (714).

Tighten the sensor to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

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