2007 ISUZU KB P190 engine

Engine Mechanical – V6 Page 6A1–74

NOTE
If the lower intake manifold is cracked or
damaged, it must be replaced. No welding or
patching of the intake manifold should be
performed.
2 Place a straight edge (1) across the upper intake manifold sealing surface (2).
3 Using a feeler gauge (3), measure the clearance between the manifold and the straight edge.
4 If the clearance between the upper intake manifold sealing surface and the straight edge exceeds the
specified maximum warpage, replace the manifold.



Upper manifold maximum
warpage ............................................................ 0.05 mm
Figure 6A1 – 54
5 Place a straight edge (1) across the lower intake manifold sealing surface (2).
6 Using a feeler gauge (3), measure the clearance between the manifold and the straight edge.
7 If the clearance between the lower intake manifold sealing surface and the straight edge exceeds the
specified maximum warpage, replace the manifold.


Lower manifold maximum
warpage ............................................................ 0.05 mm
Figure 6A1 – 55
Reassemble
Reassembly of the upper to lower intake manifold is the reverse of the disassembly procedure noting the following:
1 Ensure that both the manifolds have been cleaned and inspected.
2 Ensure that the warpage of the mating surfaces is within tolerances.
3 New upper to lower intake manifold gaskets must be used.
4 Do not tighten the intake manifold to lower intake manifold attaching bolt at this stage. The intake manifold attaching bolts must be tightened at the specified sequence during the reinstallation procedure.
Reinstall
Reinstallation of the upper intake manifold and the upper and lower intake manifold assembly is the reverse of the
removal procedure, noting the following:
1 Install the EVAP hose to the clip attached to the lower intake manifold.
2 Only new gaskets are to be fitted between the upper and lower intake manifolds.
3 If undamaged, the lower intake manifold to cylinder head gasket may be re-used, however its replacement is strongly recommended.

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CAUTION
Tighten the intake manifold bolts in a circular
pattern starting at the centre bolt and moving
outward.
4 Ensure that all fasteners are tightened to the correct torque specification. Upper intake manifold to lower intake
manifold attaching bolt torque specification .......23.0 Nm
Upper intake manifold to cylinder
head attaching bolt torque specification .............23.0 Nm
Lower intake manifold to cylinder
head attaching bolt torque specification .............23.0 Nm
Fuel injector wiring harness bracket
attaching bolt torque specification ........................9.0 Nm

Incorrect wiring connector installation may
cause component malfunction or component
damage.
5 Ensure all wiring connectors are fully engaged and if applicable, locked in place.
6 Ensure all wiring harnesses are correctly routed and attached securely in their retaining clips.
7 Ensure that all hoses and pipes are routed correctly and that any retaining clips are correctly installed.
8 After installation pull on any quick connect fittings to check that each is correctly installed.
9 Start and run the engine to check for correct operation.
3.11 Exhaust Manifold Assembly
Remove

Allow the engine to cool before commencing.

Disconnection of the battery affects certain
vehicle electronic systems, refer to 1.1
WARNING, CAUTION and NOTES before
disconnecting the battery.
1 Disconnect the battery negative terminal.

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2 Remove the oxygen sensor harness connector (1)
from the retaining bracket.
3 Disconnect the oxygen sensor wiring harness connector from the engine wiring harness connector
(2).
4 Unclip the oxygen sensor wiring harness retaining clip and move aside.
5 For the left-hand side: Remove the oil level indicator tube.
6 Raise the front of the vehicle and place on stands, refer to 0A General Information.
7 W orking from under the vehicle, remove the two exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe flange nuts, refer to
6F Exhaust System - V6 - V6.
Figure 6A1 – 56
8 Remove the three bolts attaching the exhaust manifold outer heat shield (1) to the exhaust manifold
(2).

Figure 6A1 – 57
9 Progressively loosen the seven exhaust manifold attaching bolts (2), working from the outside to the
centre and then remove the bolts.
10 Manoeuvre the exhaust manifold (3), away from the cylinder head.
11 Remove and discard the exhaust manifold to cylinder head gasket.



Figure 6A1 – 58

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12 Remove the three bolts (1), attaching the exhaust
manifold inner heat shield to the exhaust manifold.

13 Using a suitable commercially available non-corrosive cleaning solvent and a soft bristled parts cleaning
brush, thoroughly clean the exhaust manifold.
14 Dry the exhaust manifold using compressed air.

Safety glasses must be worn when using
compressed air.
Figure 6A1 – 59
NOTE
• The same procedure applies to the Right-
hand exhaust manifold.

• To gain access to the lower rear exhaust
manifold attaching bolts (2), apply a slight
downward movement to the coolant inlet
pipe (1).

Inspect
Inspect the exhaust manifold (1) for the following:
• Damage to the threaded holes for the heat shield
mounting.
• Damage to the exhaust manifold mounting holes.
• Damage to the threads of the exhaust manifold to
exhaust pipe flange studs.
• Damage to the gasket sealing surfaces.
• Using a straight edge (2) and feeler gauges (3), check
the cylinder head mounting face of the exhaust
manifold does not exceed the maximum distortion
specification of 0.25mm.
NOTE
If the surface flatness is not within
specifications, the exhaust manifold is warped
and must be replaced.
Figure 6A1 – 60
Reinstall
Reinstallation of the exhaust manifold assembly is the reverse of the removal procedure, noting the following:
1 Ensure the exhaust manifold, cylinder head and exhaust pipe flange surfaces are clean.

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2 Position a new exhaust manifold gasket onto the exhaust manifold.
3 Apply a 5 mm bead of Loctite 272 thread sealant (or equivalent) to the threads of the exhaust manifold attaching bolts.
4 Install the bolts into the exhaust manifold. This will prevent the gasket from falling off the manifold.
5 Manoeuvre the exhaust manifold into position and install the exhaust manifold attaching bolts.
6 From underneath the vehicle install the exhaust manifold to exhaust pipe flange nuts.
7 Tighten the exhaust manifold attaching bolts to the correct torque specification.
NOTE
When tightening the exhaust manifold to cylinder
head attaching bolts, begin with the centre bolts,
then alternate from side to side to the outer bolts.
Exhaust manifold to cylinder head
attaching bolt torque specification ...........17.0 – 23.0 Nm
8 Apply an anti seize compound such as Caltex Kopr-Kote (or equivalent) to the cleaned heat shield bolt threads. Install the heat shield attaching bolts and tighten to the correct torque specification.
Exhaust manifold heat shield attaching
bolt torque specification ............................8.0 – 12.0 Nm
9 For the right-hand side, install the battery harness ground cable attaching nut through the ground terminal and lower coolant tube mounting lug, and tighten to the correct torque specification.
Battery harness ground terminal
attaching nut torque specification.......................13.0 Nm

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3.12 Camshaft Cover
Remove
1 Remove the intake manifold assembly, refer to 3.10 Intake Manifold Assembly – Complete.
2 For the left-hand side, remove the evaporative (EVAP) emission canister purge solenoid, refer to 6C1-3 Engine Management – V6 – Service Operations.
3 Remove the two bolts (1) attaching the engine wiring harness former to the rear of the cylinder heads.
4 Unclip the transmission vent tube (2) from the engine wiring harness.
Figure 6A1 – 61
5 Disconnect the oxygen sensor wiring harness connector (1) from the engine wiring harness (2), left-
hand shown, right-hand similar.
Figure 6A1 – 62

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6 Remove the bolt (1) attaching the ground connector
(2) to the cylinder head.
7 Fro the left-hand side, disconnect the engine coolant temperature (ECT) sensor wiring connector (3).
8 Unclip the engine wiring harness retaining lugs from the side of the camshaft cover.
Figure 6A1 – 63
9 For the right-hand side, remove the engine wiring harness retaining clip (1) from the engine control
module (ECM) bracket (2).
Figure 6A1 – 64
10 Disconnect the camshaft position (CMP) sensor wiring connector (1).
11 Unclip the engine wiring harness retaining lug (3) from the front of the camshaft cover.
12 Remove the ignition coil assemblies; refer to 6C1-3 Engine Management – V6 – Service Operations.
13 Move the engine wiring harness clear of the camshaft cover.


Figure 6A1 – 65

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14 Remove the bolt (1), 13 places, attaching the camshaft
cover (2) to the cylinder head (3).
15 Remove the cover and discard the seal.
Figure 6A1 – 66
16 Install Tool No. EN-46101 (1) to the spark plug tubes of the cylinder head to prevent entry of dirt into the
combustion chamber.
Figure 6A1 – 67
Clean and Inspect

Safety glasses must be worn when using
compressed air.
1 Clean the camshaft cover with suitable cleaning solvent and blow dry with compressed air.
2 Inspect the cover for cracking and distortion.
3 Check the spark plug tube seals for damage.
4 If the camshaft cover is damaged in any way that will affect it’s performance to seal and stop the ingress of dirt, replace the camshaft cover.
Reinstall
Reinstallation of the camshaft cover assembly is the reverse of the removal procedure, noting the following:

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