Intake Manifold, Lower - Ford Aerostar 1997 Workshop Manual

1997 Aerostar/Ranger
Section 03-01C: Engine, 4.0L V-6
IN-VEHICLE SERVICE

Intake Manifold, Lower

Removal
1. Remove the upper intake manifold as outlined in this section.
2. Remove the valve covers as outlined in this section.
3. Disconnect the fuel supply and return lines at the fuel supply manifold as outlined in
4. Drain the coolant from the cooling system.
5. Remove the lower intake manifold retaining bolts. Tap the intake manifold lightly with a plastic mallet
to break the gasket seal and lift off the lower intake manifold.
6. Remove all old gasket material and sealing compound; make certain that no material is left in the
intake ports or lifter valley.
Installation
1. NOTE: Once applied, the silicone sealer will set up in approximately 15 minutes. The intake
manifold must be installed immediately after the sealer is applied.
Apply Silicone Rubber D6AZ-19562-BA or equivalent meeting Ford specifications ESB-M4G92-A and
ESE-M4G195-A to the block and cylinder head mating surfaces at the four corners shown. Install the
intake manifold gasket (9439) and again apply sealer to the four corner locations.
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