MKX AWD V6-3.5L (2007)
7. CAUTION: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These
may cause scratches and gouges resulting in leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean the sealing surfaces.
Clean the exhaust manifold mating surface of the cylinder head with metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
Installation
1. Install 6 new LH exhaust manifold studs.
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Tighten to 12 Nm (9 ft. lbs).
2. Using a new gasket, install the LH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts.
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Tighten in the sequence shown to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs).
3. Install the LH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 3 bolts.
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Tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs).
4. Install the LH HO2S.
5. Install the LH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to Catalytic Converter.
