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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012MUSTANG V6-3.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSEXHAUST SYSTEMEXHAUST MANIFOLD
2012 Ford Mustang V6-3.7L
Exhaust Manifold
2012 Ford Mustang V6-3.7LSECTION Exhaust Manifold
Install 6 new LH exhaust manifold studs.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Using a new gasket, install the LH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts. Tighten in 2 stages in the sequence shown:
Stage 1: Tighten to 19 Nm (168 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Install the LH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 2 bolts.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Install 6 new RH exhaust manifold studs.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Using a new gasket, install the RH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts. Tighten in 2 stages in the sequence shown:
Stage 1: Tighten to 19 Nm (168 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Install the RH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 2 bolts.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
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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.