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Intake Manifold Replacement Upper

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Caution: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  3. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.

  4. Object Number: 236580  Size: SH
  5. Remove the air intake duct from the throttle body. Refer to Air Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls-7.4L.
  6. Remove the air cleaner assembly from vehicle. Refer to Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement in Engine Controls-7.4L.

  7. Object Number: 173189  Size: SH
  8. Remove the crankcase vent tube from the throttle body.

  9. Object Number: 173187  Size: SH
  10. Remove the PCV valve from the valve rocker arm cover.

  11. Object Number: 173284  Size: SH
  12. Remove the EGR pipe from the upper intake manifold. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Replacement .

  13. Object Number: 68506  Size: SH
  14. Remove the ignition coil from the intake manifold. Refer to Ignition Coil and Ignition Coil Module Replacement .

  15. Object Number: 18302  Size: SH
  16. Remove the throttle body from the upper intake manifold. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .
  17. Remove the EVAP canister solenoid valve. Refer to EVAP Canister Solenoid Replacement in Engine Controls-7.4L.
  18. Remove the number 8 spark plug wire from the distributor. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement .

  19. Object Number: 64529  Size: SH
  20. Remove the upper intake manifold bolts.
  21. Remove the upper intake manifold and gaskets from the lower intake manifold.
  22. Clean the excessive carbon deposit from the exhaust and the EGR valve passages.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 64529  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper intake manifold and gaskets to the lower intake manifold.
  2. Important: Failure to follow the procedure listed, could cause a driveability problem.

  3. Coat a minimum of eight threads of the bolts with thread locking sealant G/M P/N 12345493.

  4. Object Number: 67778  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the upper intake manifold bolts and tighten in the following manner.
  6. Tighten

    1. Tighten the bolts in sequence to 8 N·m (72 lb in).
    2. Re tighten the bolts in sequence to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).
  7. Install the number 8 spark plug wire. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement .

  8. Object Number: 68506  Size: SH
  9. Install the ignition coil to the upper intake manifold. Refer to Ignition Coil and Ignition Coil Module Replacement .
  10. Install the EGR valve if necessary. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve Replacement .

  11. Object Number: 173284  Size: SH
  12. Install the EGR pipe to the upper intake manifold. Refer to EGR Pipe Replacement in Engine Controls--7.4L.
  13. Tighten
    Tighten EGR valve fittings to 60 N·m (46 lb ft).

  14. Install the EVAP canister solenoid valve to the intake manifold. Refer to EVAP Canister Solenoid Replacement in Engine Controls-7.4L.

  15. Object Number: 18302  Size: SH
  16. Install the throttle body to the upper intake manifold. Refer to Throttle Body Assembly Replacement .

  17. Object Number: 173187  Size: SH
  18. Install the PCV valve to the valve rocker arm cover to the cylinder head.

  19. Object Number: 173189  Size: SH
  20. Install the crankcase vent tube to the valve rocker arm cover.

  21. Object Number: 236580  Size: SH
  22. Install the air intake duct to the throttle body. Refer to Air Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls -7.4L.
  23. Connect the battery negative cables to the battery. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  24. Close the hood.

Intake Manifold Replacement Lower

Removal Procedure

Important: The lower intake manifold gaskets and seals are reusable. Replace only the gaskets and seals if they are damaged.

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the engine cover from the vehicle. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement in Interior Trim.
  3. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  4. Caution: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  5. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery.

  6. Object Number: 64529  Size: SH
  7. Remove the upper intake manifold from the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  8. Remove the suction line from Air Conditioning from the A/C compressor. Refer to Suction Line Replacement in HVAC.
  9. Important: Mark the relationship of the distributor housing to the rotor for proper reinstallation.


    Object Number: 68504  Size: SH
  10. Remove the distributor from the lower intake manifold. Refer to Distributor Replacement .

  11. Object Number: 19673  Size: SH
  12. Remove the MAP sensor from the lower intake manifold. Refer to Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Replacement .

  13. Object Number: 160862  Size: SH
  14. Remove the radiator hose from the thermostat. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement .

  15. Object Number: 72728  Size: SH
  16. Remove the thermostat housing from the lower intake manifold from the engine block. Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement .
  17. Remove the heater hoses from the heater core.
  18. Remove the coolant bypass hose from the lower intake manifold and the water pump.

  19. Object Number: 19162  Size: SH
  20. Remove the retaining bolts for the fuel rail. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment .

  21. Object Number: 19164  Size: SH
  22. Remove the fuel rail from the lower intake manifold. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment .

  23. Object Number: 64532  Size: SH
  24. Remove the lower intake manifold bolts from the engine head.
  25. Remove the lower intake manifold from the cylinder head.
  26. Remove the lower intake manifold gaskets and seals from the cylinder head.
  27. Clean all sealing surfaces of oil and grease. Refer to Intake Manifold Cleaning and Inspection .

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 64532  Size: SH
  1. Install the lower intake manifold gaskets to the cylinder head with THIS SIDE UP stamped facing up.
  2. Install the lower intake manifold to the engine block.
  3. Apply the Locttite® 242 GM P/N 12345382 to the lower intake manifold bolts.

  4. Object Number: 67780  Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the lower intake manifold bolts to the engine head.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts in sequence to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).


    Object Number: 19164  Size: SH
  7. Install the fuel rail to the lower intake manifold. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment .

  8. Object Number: 19162  Size: SH
  9. Install the fuel rail retaining bolts. Refer to Fuel Hose/Pipes Replacement - Engine Compartment .
  10. Install the coolant bypass hose to the water pump. Refer to Coolant Bypass hose Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  11. Install the heater hoses to the lower intake manifold. Refer to Heater Hose Replacement in Engine Cooling.

  12. Object Number: 72728  Size: SH
  13. Install the thermostat housing to the lower intake manifold from the engine block. Refer to Engine Coolant Thermostat Replacement .

  14. Object Number: 19673  Size: SH
  15. Install the MAP sensor to the lower intake manifold. Refer to Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor Replacement .
  16. Install the radiator hose to the thermostat housing. Refer to Radiator Hose Replacement .

  17. Object Number: 68504  Size: SH
  18. Install the distributor to the engine block. Refer to Distributor Replacement .
  19. Install the suction hose to the A/C compressor. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement in HVAC.

  20. Object Number: 64529  Size: SH
  21. Install the upper intake manifold to the lower intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement .
  22. Install the discharge line to the A/C compressor. Refer to Discharger Line Replacement in HVAC.
  23. Refill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling .
  24. Connect the battery negative cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  25. Close the hood.