Sable V6-3.0L VIN U (1999)
4. NOTE: Prior to applying sealer, clean sealing surfaces of cylinder block and cylinder head with Metal Surface Cleaner F4AZ-19A536-RA or
equivalent meeting Ford specification WSE-M513392-A, to remove all residues that may interfere with the sealer's ability to adhere.
Apply a 5-6 mm (1/4-inch) drop of Silicone Gasket and Sealant F7AZ-19554-EA or equivalent meeting Ford specifications WSK-M2G343-A4 to
intersection of cylinder block and cylinder head at four corners as shown.
5. Position intake manifold gasket onto cylinder heads. Align intake manifold gasket locking tabs to provisions on head gaskets as shown.
6. Install front and rear intake manifold end seals as shown. Secure with retainers.
7. Carefully position lower intake manifold, aligning intake manifold bolt holes, to those in cylinder head. Use care to prevent disturbing silicone
sealer which can cause sealing voids.
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Install bolts No. 1, 2, 3, and 4 and hand-tighten.
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Install remaining bolts and tighten in sequence shown in two steps.
