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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2021EDGE SE, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 393 (ENGINE - 3.3L DURATEC-V6)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONLOWER INTAKE MANIFOLDREMOVAL
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WD
Lower Intake Manifold: Removal
2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
During engine repair procedures, cleanliness is extremely important. Any foreign material, including any material created while cleaning gasket surfaces that enters the oil passages, coolant passages or the oil pan, can cause engine failure.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove the port injection fuel rail. Refer to: Port Injection Fuel Rail .
- Drain the cooling system. Refer to: Engine Cooling System Draining, Vacuum Filling and Bleeding .
- Remove the bolts and position the thermostat housing aside.
- Inspect the O-ring seal and replace if necessary.
- Discard the coolant tube O-rings seal.
- Disconnect the coolant tube from the lower intake manifold.
- Remove the bolts and the lower intake manifold.
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- Visually inspect the lower intake manifold gaskets for nicks, cuts and abrasions. If these conditions are not present, the gaskets may be re-used.
- Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces.
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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.