2011 Ford Taurus SEFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Upper Intake Manifold: Notes

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Fig 1: Upper Intake Manifold With Torque Specifications (1 Of 2)
GF0031336Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
1 W503274 Upper intake manifold support bracket bolt
2 14A464 Positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) fitting electrical connector (part of 12C508)
3 6K817 PCV hose
4 14A464 Throttle body electrical connector (part of 12C508)
5 CS16140 Brake booster-to-intake manifold vacuum hose clamp
6 6K817 Brake booster-to-intake manifold vacuum hose
7 9D661 Evaporative emissions (EVAP)-to-intake manifold tube
8 W503274 Upper intake manifold support bracket bolt
9 - Engine control wiring harness retainer (part of 12C508)
Fig 2: Identifying Upper Intake Manifold (2 Of 2)
GF0031337Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Item Part Number Description
10 W503282 Upper intake manifold bolt (5 required)
11 W707083 Upper intake manifold bolt
12 9S455 Upper intake manifold
13 9H486 Upper intake manifold gasket (3 required)
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  • 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.