IN-
VEHICLE REPAIR
Lower Intake Manifold
Removal 1. Remove the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Upper Intake Manifold in
this section.
2. Partially drain the cooling system. For additional information, refer to Section 303 - 03A .
3. Relieve the fuel system pressure. For additional information, refer to Section 310 - 00 .
4. Disconnect the fuel rail pressure (FRP) sensor electrical connector and vacuum hose.
5. Disconnect the fuel supply tube spring lock coupling. For additional information, refer to Section 310 - 00 .
6. Disconnect and position the engine wire harness aside.
7. Disconnect the intake manifold runner control (IMRC) electrical connector.
SECTION 303-
01A: Engine — 3.8L 2003 Mustang Workshop Manual Material
Item Specification
Silicone Gasket and Sealant
F7AZ-
19554- EA or equivalent WSE-
M4G323-
A4 Metal Surface Cleaner
F4AZ-
19A536- RA or
equivalent WSE-
M5B392- A Klj . 1 ba
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11. Install the heater bypass tube. For additional information, refer to
Section 303 - 03A .
12. Connect the IMRC electrical connector.
13. Position and connect the engine wire harness. Install the pin- type retainers.
14. Connect the fuel supply tube spring lock coupling. For additional information, refer to Section 310 - 00 .
15. Connect the FRP sensor electrical connector and the vacuum hose. Klj . 8 ba
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