Inspection - Dodge Intrepid Service Manual

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INTAKE MANIFOLD - UPPER (Continued)
Fig. 121 AIR CLEANER WITH INLET HOSE
1 - AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY WITH AIR INLET HOSE
2 - THROTTLE BODY
• Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP)
(5) Disconnect vacuum hoses from the following:
• Speed Control Reservoir
• Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve
• Proportional Purge Solenoid
• Power Brake Booster
(6) Remove right side (Fig. 122) and left side (Fig.
123) intake manifold supports.
Fig. 122 INTAKE MANIFOLD SUPPORT - RIGHT
1 - SUPPORT BRACKET
Fig. 123 INTAKE MANIFOLD SUPPORT - LEFT
1 - SUPPORT BRACKET
(7) Remove support brackets at intake manifold
front corners and at MTV (Fig. 124).
Fig. 124 INTAKE MANIFOLD SUPPORTS - FRONT
1 - SUPPORT BRACKETS
(8) Loosen upper fastener attaching throttle body
to support bracket.
(9) Remove bolts attaching intake manifold and
remove manifold (Fig. 125).

INSPECTION

Check manifold for:
• Damage and cracks
• Gasket surface damage or warpage
• Damaged or clogged EGR ports
If the manifold exihibits any damaged or warped
conditions, replace the manifold. Clean EGR ports as
neccessary.
LH