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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 973 (ENGINE)IN-VEHICLE SERVICINGEXHAUST MANIFOLD - LHINSTALLATION
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Exhaust Manifold - LH: Installation
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKZ. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install 6 new LH exhaust manifold studs.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
- Using a new gasket, install the LH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts. Tighten in 2 stages in the sequence shown:
- Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Stage 2: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
- Install the LH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 3 bolts.
- Tighten to 14 Nm (10 lb-ft).
- Install the LH HO2S. For additional information, refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS - 3.5L .
- Install the LH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
CAUTION:
Failure to tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to specification a second time will cause the exhaust manifold to develop an exhaust leak.
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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.