Intake Manifold Removal and Installation: Installation

NOTE:  Refer to the Exploded View if needed during this procedure.

1. Intake Manifold - Install

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   1. Loosely install the intake manifold with new gaskets (A).

   Fig 1: Intake Manifold Bolts Tightening Sequence With Torque Specifications

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   2. Tighten the bolts/nuts in three steps; tighten the bolts/nuts until the bolts/nuts sit on the intake manifold, tighten the bolts/nuts until the gasket is compressed, tighten the bolts/nuts to specified torque.

2. Connector (IMT Valve Actuator) - Connect

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   1. Connect the connector (A). 2. Install the harness clamps (B).

3. Intake Manifold Bracket - Install
   Fig 2: Intake Manifold Bracket With Torque Specifications

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4. Engine Undercover - Install (With Engine Undercover)
5. Heater Hose Clamp Bracket - Install
   Fig 3: Heater Hose Clamp Bracket With Torque Specifications

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   1. Install the heater hose clamp bracket.

6. Throttle Body and Intake Air Duct - Install 

   NOTE:  Always use a new throttle body gasket.

7. EVAP Canister Hose, Brake Booster Vacuum Hose, and PCV Hose - Connect

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   1. Connect the EVAP canister purge hose (A), the brake booster vacuum hose (B), and the PCV hose (C).

8. Connector (MAP Sensor) - Connect 
9. Air Cleaner - Install 
10. Fuel Feed Hose (Fuel Rail Side) - Connect
11. 12 Volt Battery Terminal - Connect
12. Fuel Leak - Inspect

    1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, but do not operate the starter. After the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds, the fuel rail will be pressurized. Repeat this two or three times, then check for fuel leakage.