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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2007FUSION SEL, 2.3 Z, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 973 (ENGINE)IN-VEHICLE SERVICINGUPPER INTAKE MANIFOLDREMOVAL
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, Standard
Upper Intake Manifold: Removal
2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Removal
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.
- Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 3.5L .
- Disconnect the throttle body electrical connector.
- Disconnect the evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube from the intake manifold. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
- Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose from the intake manifold.
- Disconnect the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) tube from the PCV valve.
- Disconnect the PCV fitting electrical connector.
- Detach the wiring harness retainers from the upper intake manifold.
- If equipped, detach the cylinder block heater wiring harness retainer from the upper intake manifold.
- Remove the 2 upper intake manifold support bracket bolts.
- Remove the 6 bolts and the upper intake manifold.
- Remove and discard the gaskets.
- Clean and inspect all of the sealing surfaces of the upper and lower intake manifold.
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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.