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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 252 (ENGINE SYSTEM)IN-VEHICLE REPAIREXHAUST MANIFOLD - LHINSTALLATION
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
Exhaust Manifold - LH: Installation
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis and 2006 Ford Crown Victoria. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a new exhaust manifold gasket, the exhaust manifold and 8 new nuts.
- Tighten in sequence shown to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Install and connect and the LH HO2S. For additional information, refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS
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- Tighten to 41 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Connect the EGR system module tube to the exhaust manifold.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
- Position the catalytic converter flange and install the catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold nuts.
- Tighten to 34 Nm (25 lb-ft).
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield and the 2 bolts.
- Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
- Position the intermediate shaft on the steering gear and install the pinch bolt.
- Tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb-ft).
- Connect the negative battery cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES .
- If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system.
WARNING:
If equipped with fire suppression system, repower the system. For important safety warnings and procedures, refer to FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEM
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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.