Perform all preliminary work as specified in operation "Intake Manifold, Remove and Install (C 14 SE)", but do not unscrew the upper studs of the intake manifold from the cylinder head, but rather:
Remove, Disconnect
Remove fastening nuts (arrows) from intake manifold.
Push intake manifold back on upper stud bolts until lower stud bolts stand free (see illus.). Pull gasket over lower stud bolts and remove.
Note: because of elongated holes on upper side of intake manifold gasket, removal of intake manifold is not required for its replacement.
Clean
Remove residual gasket and clean sealing surfaces at intake manifold and at cylinder head.
Install, Connect
Push new gasket over lower stud bolts and insert elongated holes into upper stud bolts (see illus.). Fasten intake manifold to cylinder head.
Tighten (Torque)
Intake manifold to cylinder head - 22 Nm / 16 lbf. ft. 1)
Install, Connect
Perform all installation and removal work as specified in the operation "Intake Manifold, Remove and Install (C 14 SE)"