Fusion L4-2.3L VIN Z (2006)
22. NOTE: Discard the throttle body gasket.
Remove the 4 bolts and position the throttle body aside.
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To install, tighten to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
23. Detach the 2 pin-type retainers from the intake manifold.
24. NOTE: There are 2 different size bolts used. Mark the location of the bolts to make sure they are installed in their original locations.
Remove the 7 bolts and position the intake manifold aside to access the crankcase vent hose clamp and the EGR tube.
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To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
25. Release the clamp and disconnect the crankcase vent hose.
26. Detach the knock sensor (KS) electrical connector pin-type retainer.
27. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) tube.
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To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).
28. Remove the intake manifold and discard the gaskets.
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To install, tighten to 18 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
29. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Install new throttle body and intake manifold gaskets.
