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2004 Ford Explorer Intake Manifold Removal. This will often trigger the check engine light and low engine coolant warning light. Mark where the bolts connect on the hood to ensure proper alignment upon re-installation. The linkage attaches to the housing butterfly plate levers. RIP little buddy Follow us on Facebook.
Failure to do so will result in severe damage to the intake manifold and to the engine. Each IMRC housing is an aluminum casting with two intake air passages for each cylinder. Carefully remove intake manifold per the service procedure outlined in the shop manual. The problem is a sudden cracking of the intake manifold. Disconnect the battery ground cable. The intake manifold gasket on the F-150 is heat chemical and abrasion resistant and usually lasts quite a long time – over 100000 miles.
I highly recommend taking the hood off.
The problem is a sudden cracking of the intake manifold. 2016 Ford Explorer V6-35L. This arrangement results in the downstream port measuring Manifold Absolute Pressure MAP. These engines use plastic intake manifolds and from 1996 through 2001 there was a problem that can leave drivers stranded. A bad gasket causes the engine to run poorly – it might stall while you. This will often trigger the check engine light and low engine coolant warning light.