Explorer Sport Trac 2WD V8-4.6L (2008)
9. Remove and discard the 8 LH exhaust manifold studs.
Installation
1. Inspect the LH exhaust manifold gasket mating surfaces for flatness.
2. Install 8 new LH exhaust manifold studs.
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Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
3. Position the new gaskets, the LH exhaust manifold and install new nuts finger-tight.
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Deflect the inner fender splash shield and install the exhaust manifold between the splash shield and the frame rail.
4. Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts in the sequence shown.
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Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
5. Position the inner fender splash shield and install a new pushpin.
6. Install the heat shield and the bolts.
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Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
7. Position the battery cable bracket and install the nuts.
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Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
8. Connect the dual converter Y-pipe to the exhaust manifolds and install the 4 nuts.
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Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
9. Connect the intermediate steering shaft to the lower steering column shaft and install the pinch bolt.
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Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
10. Attach the EVAP canister purge valve to the bracket.
