Dorman 615-178 upper intake manifold for the 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V8 4.6L and other vehicles distributes intake air to the engine's cylinders. This Dorman intake manifold replaces an original that has cracked or developed a leak.
- Standard replacement grade in the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Plastic body with eight ports and 39x39 mm port outlets
- EGR ready, with an alternator mount
- Tested for durability and performance
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 615-178 intake manifold
- Also called: engine intake manifold
- Fits: 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V8 4.6L and other vehicles
- Position: Upper
- Material: Plastic
- Condition: New
A cracked plastic body, a hissing vacuum leak or a rough idle can mean the intake manifold needs replacing. These signs alone do not prove the manifold is at fault, since a cracked vacuum hose can cause a rough idle too.
Fits
This is a direct-fit intake manifold for the 1996-2000 Ford Crown Victoria V8 4.6L and the 1996-2000 Ford Grand Marquis V8 4.6L, along with many other vehicles. The listing is one manifold, and every fitment needs just one.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Upper
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Port quantity: 8
- Port outlet dimensions: 39x39 mm
- Manifold height: 8 in
Build and materials
- Material: Plastic
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Condition: New
- EGR ready: Yes
- Alternator mount: Yes
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One intake manifold, gaskets, a thermostat with an O-ring and a universal throttle body bracket.
Installation notes
- Installation instructions are included with the part.
Interchange: 87-2801 · XT-A010
8456086231229247 · 106002 · FD1413043 · F6SZ9424AA · F8AZ9424AAA · F8AZ9424BAA · F8AZ9424BC · F8AZ9424CA · F8AZ9424CB · SK615178
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
8456086231229247, 106002, FD1413043, 87-2801, F6SZ9424AA, F8AZ9424AAA, F8AZ9424BAA, F8AZ9424BC, F8AZ9424CA, F8AZ9424CB, SK615178, 615178, XT-A010
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Mustang intake manifold right for the 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V8 4.6L?
Yes. Dorman 615-178 is an upper intake manifold listed for the 1996-1998 Ford Mustang V8 4.6L; look up any other car in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is this Grand Marquis intake manifold listed for the 1996-2000 Ford Grand Marquis V8 4.6L?
Yes. Dorman 615-178 is listed for the 1996-2000 Ford Grand Marquis V8 4.6L, and the same listing also covers the 1996-2000 Ford Crown Victoria V8 4.6L.
Does Dorman 615-178 include a thermostat and gaskets?
Yes. The package holds one intake manifold, gaskets, a thermostat with an O-ring and a universal throttle body bracket.
How many ports and what port outlet size does this plastic intake manifold have?
The manifold has eight ports with 39x39 mm port outlets. The body is plastic and the manifold height is 8 in.
Is this engine intake manifold EGR ready?
Yes. Dorman 615-178 is EGR ready and also has an alternator mount.
