RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-4.7L (2008)
LEFT EXHAUST MANIFOLD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the engine cover.
3. Remove the front two exhaust manifold heat shield retaining nuts (4).
4. Raise and support the vehicle.
CAUTION:
When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang
by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.
5. Saturate the exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly flanged nuts at the exhaust manifold with heat valve lubricant, allow 5 minutes for
penetration.
6. Disconnect the exhaust pipe at the exhaust manifold See: Catalytic Converter/Service and Repair/Removal and Replacement
7. Remove the rear heat shield (5) retaining nuts and remove the heat shield.
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Remove the upper exhaust manifold retaining bolts (1, 2, 3).
NOTE:The exhaust manifold is removed from below the engine compartment.
10. Raise and support the vehicle.
11. Remove the lower exhaust manifold retaining bolts (1, 2, 3).
12. Remove the exhaust manifold and gasket.
13. Clean the mating surfaces.
Exhaust Manifold - Installation
INSTALLATION
RIGHT EXHAUST MANIFOLD
