Exhaust Manifold

2012 Ford Taurus FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Exhaust Manifold





RH Exhaust Manifold

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 20 Nm (177 lb-in).
Stage 2: Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).








Install the RH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 3 bolts.
Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

RH Catalytic Converter

Using a new gasket, install the RH catalytic converter and the 4 new nuts.
Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

LH Exhaust Manifold/Converter

Install the 3 new upper LH catalytic converter manifold-to-cylinder head nuts and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

Tighten the 3 lower LH catalytic converter manifold-to-cylinder head nuts to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).






Install the LH exhaust heat shield and the 4 bolts.
Tighten to 10 Nm (89 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.