Grand Caravan V6-3.3L Flex Fuel (2008)
Intake Manifold: Procedures
Manifold Stripped Thread Repair
MANIFOLD STRIPPED THREAD REPAIR
The composite upper intake manifold thread bosses, if stripped out, can be repaired by utilizing a repair screw available through Mopar(R) parts. Repair
screws are available for the following manifold attached components:
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MAP sensor
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Power steering reservoir
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EGR tube
The repair screws require a unique tightening torque specification from the original screw. Refer to the following chart for specification.
Intake Manifold Vacuum Port Repair
INTAKE MANIFOLD VACUUM PORT REPAIR
The composite intake manifold vacuum ports can be repaired. Although, if the manifold plenum chamber is damaged or cracked, the manifold must be
replaced.
To repair a broken or damaged vacuum port on the composite intake manifold, perform the following procedure:
NOTE: While performing this procedure, avoid getting the manifold material residue into the plenum chamber.
1. File or sand the remaining port back until a flat surface is obtained (plane normal to port axis).
