EL Camino V8-305 5.0L (1984)
Exhaust Manifold: Service and Repair
V8 ENGINES
1980---84 CABALLERO & EL CAMINO
1.
Disconnect battery ground cable, then remove air cleaner.
2.
If removing right side manifold, disconnect heat stove pipe.
3.
Remove spark plug wires and heatshield, if necessary, then raise and support vehicle.
4.
Disconnect exhaust pipe from manifold, then lower vehicle.
5.
If removing right side manifold, disconnect EFE vacuum hose and all emission components that will interfere with manifold removal.
6.
If removing left side manifold, remove A/C compressor and power steering pump brackets, if equipped.
7.
Remove exhaust manifold attaching bolts, then the exhaust manifold.
8.
Reverse procedure to install, using new gasket.