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Upper Intake Manifold & Throttle Body (5.0L, 5.8L & 7.5L): Removal
1991 Ford Club Wagon E250, 7.3 MSECTION Removal
- Disconnect electrical leads at air by-pass valve, throttle position sensor, and EGR position sensor. Disconnect throttle linkage at pivot ball. On 5.0L A/T models, remove transmission linkage from throttle body.
- On all models, remove bracket-to-intake manifold bolts. Position bracket and cables out of way. Remove vacuum hoses at upper intake manifold vacuum tee, EGR valve, and fuel pressure regulator.
- Disconnect PCV system by removing hose from fitting on rear of upper intake manifold. Remove 2 canister purge lines from fitting on throttle body. Disconnect heater hoses from throttle body.
- Disconnect EGR tube from EGR valve. Remove upper intake manifold support bracket. Remove manifold retaining bolts. Remove upper intake manifold and throttle body as an assembly. Installation To install, reverse removal procedure. Use new gasket between upper and lower intake manifolds.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.