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Intake Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LMM)



Intake Manifold Replacement - Left Side (LMM)

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the center intake manifold.
2. Remove the auxiliary generator, if equipped.
3. Remove the left fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 2.
4. Remove the injection pump.
5. Remove the intake manifold bolts/nuts.

Important: The intake manifold uses sealer. Pry at the area by the fuel rail bolt holes in order to avoid damage to the sealing surface.

6. Remove the intake manifold.
7. To prevent entry of debris into the cylinder head, tape the openings.
8. Clean the gasket surfaces.

Installation Procedure




1. Apply a 2-3 mm (1/8 in) wide, by 0.5-1.5 mm (1/16 in) high bead of sealant to the intake manifold. Refer to Sealers, Adhesives, and Lubricants.




2. Install the intake manifold.
3. Install the intake manifold bolts/nuts.

Left Side:





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Tighten the intake manifold bolts/nuts.

Tighten the bolts/nuts in the sequence shown to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

5. Install the fuel injector pump.
6. Install the left fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Injection Fuel Rail Assembly Replacement - Bank 2.
7. Install the auxiliary generator, if equipped.
8. Install the center intake manifold.