How to Replace the Exhaust Manifold: 2009-2014 Ford F-150

Watch this video to learn how to replace the exhaust manifold on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150.

Replacing Exhaust Manifold on a 2009-2014 Ford F-150: What You Need

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Parts Checklist

• Exhaust Manifold: Driver side and Passenger side
• Penetrating oil

Tightening Torques

There are no tightening torques for this operation.

Tools Checklist

Here’s the toolbox we recommend to repair your Ford F-150 : HM85 85 Piece Ratchet and Socket Set

List of tools:

• Hydraulic jack
• Jack stands
• Wheel lug wrench
• Fork
• Flat head screwdriver
• Ratchet
• 5.5mm socket
• Phillips screwdriver
• Wire brush
• 13mm socket
• Extender
• 10mm socket
• Paper towels
• Fine sandpaper

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Vehicle

• Turn off the engine and set the parking brake.
• Loosen the stud bolts on the front wheels.
• Lift the front of your vehicle and secure it on jack stands.

Step 2: Wheel Removal for Full Access

• To change the exhaust manifold, remove the wheels for full access.
• Place the removed wheels under the vehicle.

Step 3: Remove Mudguard and Access Catalytic Converter

• Remove the mudguard to access the catalytic converter.
• Use a fork and a screwdriver to remove retaining rivets and clips.
• Use a ratchet and a 5.5mm socket to detach the mudguard.

Step 4: Access Exhaust Manifold Mounting Screws

• Access the exhaust manifold’s upper retaining nuts by removing the mudguard.
• Brush off and spray the nuts with penetrating oil.

Step 5: Unscrew Upper Retaining Nuts

• Use a ratchet and a 13mm socket to unscrew the upper retaining nuts.
• Remove any nuts that come out with the exhaust manifold bolt.

Step 6: Remove Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield

• Unscrew three bolts using a ratchet, an extender, and a 10mm socket.
• Remove the heat shield for better access to lower retaining nuts.

Step 7: Unscrew Lower Retaining Nuts

• Use a ratchet, an extender, and a 13mm socket to unscrew the lower retaining nuts.
• Some may require sliding under the vehicle.

Step 8: Secure Exhaust Manifold

• Before removing the last two nuts, replace one upper bolt to prevent the manifold from falling.
• Unscrew the upper bolt once the last lower nut is removed.

Step 9: Extract Exhaust Manifold

• Remove the two metal gaskets.
• Extract the exhaust manifold from under the vehicle.

Step 10: Prepare for New Manifold Installation

• Plug exhaust outlet holes with paper towels.
• Clean the engine surface with fine sandpaper.
• Remove paper towels.

Step 11: Install New Exhaust Manifold

• Insert new threaded rods into the engine block.
• Place metal gaskets on the threaded rods.
• Insert the new exhaust manifold and position it on the threaded rods.
• Hand-tighten retaining nuts to hold the assembly.

• Use a ratchet to tighten the eight retaining nuts.

Step 12: Replace Heat Shield and Catalytic Converter

• Replace the heat shield and tighten its three bolts.
• Reinstall the catalytic converter.

Step 13: Reassemble Mudguard, Mudflap, and Wheels

• Replace the mudguard and mudflap.
• Put the wheels back on the vehicle.

Step 14: Lower the Vehicle and Block Wheels

• Lower the car and block the wheels securely.
• Your exhaust manifold replacement is now complete.

Compatible Vehicles

The operation and tools displayed in the video should be available on the following vehicles:

• 2009 Ford F150
• 2010 Ford F150
• 2011 Ford F150
• 2012 Ford F150
• 2013 Ford F150
• 2014 Ford F150

Important Reminders

The exhaust manifolds are the connecting parts between the engine and the catalytic converters. As such, to be able to remove the exhaust manifold, you need to remove the catalytic converter.

Prepare for the installation of the new exhaust manifold by plugging the exhaust outlet holes with paper towels. Then, using a piece of fine sandpaper, clean the surface of the engine that supports the exhaust manifold.

It is important to put in new threaded rods and retaining nuts on the exhaust manifold because they are not reusable.

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