{"id":92730,"date":"2023-09-20T00:36:48","date_gmt":"2023-09-20T07:36:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=92730"},"modified":"2026-01-06T23:55:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T07:55:58","slug":"where-is-the-exhaust-manifold-located","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/where-is-the-exhaust-manifold-located\/","title":{"rendered":"Where Is the Exhaust Manifold Located?"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column92730_2ffb28-a7 inner-column-1 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-3d062b  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-c737c2\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0 summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading92730_1a0e49-c0\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The exhaust manifold is bolted directly to the engine block, usually between the cylinder head and the catalytic converter.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Many engines have one exhaust manifold, but V-type engines have two separate manifolds mounted to each cylinder head.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Driving with an exhaust leak isn&rsquo;t recommended because it can confuse an O2 sensor into reporting a lean condition and release untreated exhaust gases.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can access the exhaust manifold by popping the hood, but you might need to jack up your vehicle to reach its exhaust flow pipe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q: Where Is the Exhaust Manifold Typically Located?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A: The exhaust manifold is bolted directly to the engine block, usually between the engine cylinder head and the catalytic converter.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Engines usually have one exhaust manifold. However, V-type cylinder arrangements (V6 and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/what-does-v8-mean-a-quick-guide-to-v8-engines\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"V8 engines\">V8 engines<\/a>) have two separate manifolds mounted to each cylinder head.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"346\" src=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/exhaust-manifold-location-1024x346.jpg\" alt=\"diagram showing the exhaust manifold location\" class=\"wp-image-95237\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/exhaust-manifold-location-1024x346.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/exhaust-manifold-location-300x101.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/exhaust-manifold-location-768x260.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/exhaust-manifold-location-150x51.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/exhaust-manifold-location.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Diagram showing the location of the exhaust manifold | Image Source: Richard McCuistian<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The exhaust manifold gathers exhaust gases from the ports in the engine cylinder&rsquo;s head, routing these gases to the rest of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/exhaust-system-parts-101-the-basics-diagram-included\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"exhaust system\">exhaust system<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Driving with an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-your-exhaust-manifold-is-leaking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"exhaust leak\">exhaust leak<\/a> isn&rsquo;t recommended because it can confuse an O2 sensor into reporting a lean condition, which causes the ECM\/PCM to add more fuel than needed. It can also release untreated exhaust gasses so that they make their way into the vehicle, which is very dangerous to the passengers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"rsi-card\">\n  <div class=\"rsi-thumb\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/d_noimage.jpg\/b_white\/e_sharpen,e_auto_brightness,e_auto_contrast\/f_auto\/q_auto:eco,dpr_auto\/w_873,h_873,c_pad\/images\/set-rb674152_1\">\n  <\/div>\n  <div class=\"rsi-info\">\n    <span class=\"rsi-title\">The Best Exhaust Manifold Brands: Quality Replacements for Your Car<\/span>\n    <span class=\"rsi-desc\">See which exhaust manifold brands are best for your vehicle. Learn about application, configuration, and kit contents, and find budget-friendly replacement brands.<\/span>\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/the-best-exhaust-manifold-brands-quality-replacements-for-your-car-quickref\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Discover Your Options\">Discover Your Options<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips on How to Access the Exhaust Manifold<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Corrosion, cracks, and gasket failure can all cause an exhaust manifold leak. To identify the leak, you must inspect the exhaust manifold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-tell-if-your-exhaust-manifold-is-leaking\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde\"><style> .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde:active, .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .u8b2ac688a23ad3ea082cc34f57c1fdde:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">How to Tell if Your Exhaust Manifold is Leaking<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re going to do some DIY repair on your exhaust manifold, make sure you do it in a safe and well-lit area. Wear protective gear, like safety glasses, latex gloves, and closed shoes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/exhaust-manifold\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"exhaust manifold\">exhaust manifold<\/a> should be easy to spot when you pop up your hood. It looks like a series of outlets connected to a single tube coming off the central engine block. To access the exhaust flow pipe, you&rsquo;ll need to jack up your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column92730_b09171-ff > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and 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class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\n            Be prepared to experience rusty, stubborn bolts and nuts, and if you&rsquo;re not careful you can get in over your head doing your own exhaust work. If you&rsquo;re comfortable working with extremely rusty fasteners (to include tapping new threads and drilling out broken studs), then go for it.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-data443-irp-shortcode irp-shortcode\"><div style=\"clear:both; margin-top:0em; margin-bottom:1em;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/p2432-code-secondary-air-injection-system-airflow-pressure-sensor-circuit-low-bank-1\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"dofollow\" class=\"ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1\"><style> .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1 { padding:0px; margin: 0; padding-top:1em!important; padding-bottom:1em!important; width:100%; display: block; font-weight:bold; background-color:#eaeaea; border:0!important; border-left:4px solid #34495E!important; text-decoration:none; } .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1:active, .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1:hover { opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; text-decoration:none; } .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1 { transition: background-color 250ms; webkit-transition: background-color 250ms; opacity: 1; transition: opacity 250ms; webkit-transition: opacity 250ms; } .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1 .ctaText { font-weight:bold; color:#464646; text-decoration:none; font-size: 16px; } .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1 .postTitle { color:#000000; text-decoration: underline!important; font-size: 16px; } .ua22ffd5d7330b8153f52fc72fc77adb1:hover .postTitle { text-decoration: underline!important; } <\/style><div style=\"padding-left:1em; padding-right:1em;\"><span class=\"ctaText\">See also<\/span>&nbsp; <span class=\"postTitle\">P2432 Code: Secondary Air Injection System Airflow \/ Pressure Sensor Circuit Low Bank 1<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Exhaust manifold repairs and diagnosis can be complicated. If you&rsquo;re not sure about anything, you can always ask an experienced mechanic to do the job for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also check out this video for tips on how to replace your exhaust manifold:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to replace the Exhaust Manifold 2009-2014 4.6 Ford F150 &#128663;\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/meTOsrBL5Hk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n<\/body><\/html>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 2<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span>Q: Where Is the Exhaust Manifold Typically Located? 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