Flex FWD V6-3.5L (2010)
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Exhaust Manifold: Removal and Replacement
Exhaust Manifold - LH
Exhaust Manifold - LH
Removal
1. Remove the LH catalytic converter. For additional information, refer to Exhaust System &/or Catalytic Converter.
2. Remove the LH Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S). For additional information, refer to Computers and Control Systems.
3. Remove the 3 bolts and the LH exhaust manifold heat shield.
4. Remove the 6 nuts and the LH exhaust manifold.
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Discard the nuts and gasket.
5. Clean and inspect the LH exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to Engine.
6. Remove and discard the 6 LH exhaust manifold studs.
7. NOTICE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These may
cause scratches and gouges resulting in leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean the sealing surfaces.
Clean the exhaust manifold mating surface of the cylinder head with metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
Installation