Intake Manifold Installation Note

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Apply oil thoroughly to the APVs (13B-MSP (HIGH POWER) as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Applying Oil To Oil Applicable Points
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Tighten the bolts in the order shown in the figure. See Fig 2 .
Retighten the No. 1 bolt after tighten the all bolts.

Fig 2: Tightening Order Of Intake Manifold Bolts
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Tightening torque

18.6-25.5 N.m {1.8-2.6 kgf.m, 13.7-18.9 ft.lbf}