For 1990-2009 cars only
- Do not lift the manifold by the electrical lead frame.
- Remove the manifold bolts (506).
- Remove the manifold (451).
- Identify the 8 gasket strap retaining strap locations (1-8).
- Using a wire-cutter type tool, snip the 8 retaining straps.
- Remove the outer gasket (556) from the manifold.
Important: Remove only the outer gasket from the manifold. Do not disassemble any of the internal components of the manifold in an attempt to remove the 8 inner sealing gaskets. If the inner gaskets are cut or damaged, replace the manifold as an assembly. Only use a wire-cutter type tool in order to minimize the amount of debris. Do not use a rotary-type cutting tool on the retaining straps.
