Intake Manifold

2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2WD V6-3.6LSECTION Intake Manifold





UPPER INTAKE MANIFOLD





Prior to installing the upper intake manifold, verify that the four fuel rail bolts were not inadvertently loosened.

The bolts must tightened 7 Nm (62 in. lbs.)






Install the seven upper intake manifold attaching bolts.
Tighten the bolts 8 Nm (71 in. lbs.).

Install two nuts to the upper intake manifold support bracket.
Tighten the nuts 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.)
Tighten the studbolt 20 Nm (177 in. lbs.)

Install two upper intake manifold support brackets with two studbolts and two nuts.
Tighten the studbolts 20 Nm (177 in. lbs.)
Tighten the nuts 10 Nm (89 in. lbs.).






LOWER INTAKE MANIFOLD






Install the fuel injectors and the fuel rail to the lower intake manifold.
Tighten the four bolts 7 Nm (62 in. lbs.)






Install the manifold attaching bolts 8 Nm (71 in. lbs.).
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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.