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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012MUSTANG V8-5.4L SCREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSPECIFICATIONSMECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONSEXHAUST SYSTEMEXHAUST MANIFOLD
2012 Ford Mustang V8-5.4L SC
Exhaust Manifold
2012 Ford Mustang V8-5.4L SCSECTION Exhaust Manifold
Install 8 new LH exhaust manifold studs.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Install new gaskets, the LH exhaust manifold and 8 new nuts.
Tighten in the sequence shown to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
Install the 8 new RH exhaust manifold-to-cylinder head studs.
Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).
Install new gaskets, the RH exhaust manifold and 8 new nuts.
Tighten in the sequence shown to 20 Nm (177 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.