Exhaust Manifold: Service and Repair

Exhaust Manifold Removal and Installation

1. Relieve the fuel pressure. Service and Repair

2. Remove the under-cowl panel. Service and Repair

3. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).






4. Remove the quick-connect fitting cover (A), then disconnect the fuel feed hose (B). Fuel Line/Quick-Connect Fitting Removal






5. Disconnect the heater hoses.

6. Remove the rocker arm oil control valve. Service and Repair

7. Remove the intermediate shaft heat shield. Intermediate Shaft Removal






8. Remove the cover and the exhaust manifold bracket, then remove the exhaust manifold.

9. Install the exhaust manifold, and tighten the bolts and nuts in a crisscross pattern in three steps, beginning with the inner bolt.

10. Install the other parts in the reverse order of removal.

11. Inspect for leaks. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel line. Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.

12. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed the air from the cooling system with the heater valve open. Service and Repair