Intake Manifold: Removal

2010 Ford Focus SES, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal
  1. With vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING -- FOCUS .
  2. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION & FILTERING .
  3. Remove the front impact severity sensor. For additional information, refer to REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
  4. Remove the transaxle fluid indicator.
  5. Remove the lower intake manifold bolt.
    Fig 1: Identifying Lower Intake Manifold Bolt
    G06328888Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to OIL LEVEL INDICATOR AND TUBEΒ .
  7. Disconnect the Engine Oil Pressure (EOP) switch electrical connector and detach the wire harness retainer from the starter stud bolt.
  8. Disconnect the electronic throttle control electrical connector.
  9. Disconnect the fuel vapor return hose.
  10. Disconnect the power brake booster vacuum tube.
    • Depress the quick release locking ring.
    • Pull the vacuum tube out of the quick release fitting.
    Fig 2: Locating Quick Release Locking Ring
    G06438826Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  11. Disconnect the Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor electrical connector.
  12. Detach and disconnect the Knock Sensor (KS) electrical connector.
  13. If equipped, disconnect the swirl control valve solenoid electrical connector.
  14. If equipped, disconnect the swirl control valve sensor electrical connector.
  15. Detach all the wiring harness pin-type retainers from the intake manifold.
  16. NOTE: The 2 intake manifold bolts differ in length from rest of the bolts and also retain a crash bracket to the intake manifold. The 2 bolts are equipped with an attachment feature that allows them to be loosened but remain attached to the intake manifold. Do not attempt to remove the 2 bolts or the crash bracket from the intake manifold.

    Loosen the 2 intake manifold bolts.

    Fig 3: Locating Intake Manifold Bolts
    G06328632Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  17. Remove the 5 intake manifold bolts.
    Fig 4: Locating Intake Manifold Bolts
    G06328633Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  18. Disconnect the PCV hose and remove the 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:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.