{"product_id":"intake-manifold-96-00-ford-crown-victoria-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-98-ford-mustang-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-97-ford-thunderbird-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-00-lincoln-town-car-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-00-mercury-grand-marquis-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-97-mercury-cougar-4-6l-v8-sohc-615-178","title":"1996-2000 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6L V8 SOHC Intake Manifold","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-container\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"product-title\"\u003e1996–2000 Ford Crown Victoria 4.6L V8 SOHC Intake Manifold\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"lead-text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect replacement intake manifold for Crown Vic 4.6L V8 engines.\u003c\/strong\u003e Factory-spec design restores proper fuel and air delivery when your stock manifold cracks, warps, or causes vacuum leaks. Hard panel construction engineered to OEM tolerances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"trust-indicators\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Factory Mounting Points\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ In-House Quality Check\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"badge\"\u003e✓ Ships from FL Warehouse\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"design-features\"\u003e\u003cul class=\"feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM bolt pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e - Bolts directly to cylinder head without modification or adapter plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSealed passages\u003c\/strong\u003e - Eliminates vacuum leaks that cause rough idle and check engine lights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBalanced runner design\u003c\/strong\u003e - Maintains factory air distribution across all eight cylinders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard panel construction, direct OEM replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.6L V8 SOHC configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle unit manifold assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIntake manifold assembly only\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch6 class=\"section-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this come with gaskets and bolts?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manifold ships as an assembly only. You'll need to source fresh intake gaskets and use your existing cylinder head bolts — they're reusable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I install this myself with basic hand tools?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Unbolt the old manifold, swap in the new one, torque it down, and reconnect your vacuum and coolant lines. No special tools required — a socket set and a torque wrench are all you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I know if my manifold actually needs replacement?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook for cracks or white mineral buildup around the seams, rough idle that won't smooth out with a tune-up, or vacuum hose connections that won't hold a seal. A pressure test will confirm a leak if you're unsure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"K2 Industries","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45873897930986,"sku":"K2-8976-FORD-006-EC","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0477\/0427\/7142\/files\/OEM-ITM-002-1.jpg?v=1772765283","url":"https:\/\/www.k2-industries.com\/en-cr\/products\/intake-manifold-96-00-ford-crown-victoria-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-98-ford-mustang-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-97-ford-thunderbird-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-00-lincoln-town-car-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-00-mercury-grand-marquis-4-6l-v8-sohc-96-97-mercury-cougar-4-6l-v8-sohc-615-178","provider":"K2 Industries","version":"1.0","type":"link"}