Cougar/XR7 V8-4.6L VIN W (1997)
21. Remove two bolts retaining water hose connection (8592) to intake manifold and position upper radiator hose (8260) and water hose connection
out of the way.
NOTE: Two water outlet connection retaining bolts also retain intake manifold.
22. Remove the remaining nine bolts retaining intake manifold to cylinder heads (6049) and remove intake manifold.
23. Remove intake manifold gaskets (9461).