Intake Manifold - Installation

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Intake Manifold - Installation
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  1. Install the intake manifold gasket.
  2. Install the intake manifold.
    Fig 1: Intake Manifold Assembly
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  3. Install the intake manifold bolts. Tighten the bolts in sequence to 24 N.m (17 ft lbs).
    Fig 2: Intake Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence
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  4. Install the throttle body to the intake manifold. Tighten the throttle body to intake manifold bolts to 10 N.m (89 in lbs).
    Fig 3: Throttle Body Assembly
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  5. Install the fuel rail bracket.
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