Exhaust Manifold

2012 Ford Expedition 2WD V8-5.4LSECTION Exhaust Manifold



Exhaust Manifold - RH

Using 2 new exhaust manifold gaskets and 8 new studs, position the 2 gaskets and exhaust manifold and install the 8 studs.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

Using 8 new exhaust manifold nuts, install the 8 nuts.
Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) in the sequence shown.







Position the exhaust manifold heat shield and install the 2 bolts.
Tighten to 13 Nm (115 lb-in).




Exhaust Manifold - LH

Using 2 new exhaust manifold gaskets and 8 new studs, position the 2 gaskets and exhaust manifold and install the 8 studs.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).

Using new exhaust manifold nuts, install the 8 nuts.
Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) in the sequence shown.





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