Lower Intake Manifold: Installation

2010 Mercury Mariner Hybrid, AWDSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    NOTE: Clean and inspect all sealing surfaces. Install new gaskets.
  1. Position the lower intake manifold and install the bolts.
    • Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  2. Fig 1: Identifying Tightening Sequence Of Lower Intake Manifold Bolts
    GF0024213Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Connect the fuel injector electrical connectors.
  4. Connect the fuel rail pressure and temperature sensor electrical connector and vacuum tube.
  5. Connect the fuel supply tube quick connect coupling at the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.
  6. Install the upper intake manifold. For additional information, refer to Upper Intake ManifoldΒ .
  7. Connect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
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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.
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