somewhat..... between 400-700 dollars If you let someone do it. price depends on your engine the 3.8 or the 3.6L. Shop around.
usually your intake manifold is ok...the manifold gaskets are prone to failure..they are plastic with rubber impregnated seals...if the manifold is actually pitted, you can repair with JB WELD then sand smooth.... ase master certified tech
What's wrong with it?
Yes, You have to remove the intake to get the heads off.
You can find a diagram of an intake manifold for a Kia Sportage at major auto parts stores. You can also find it in repair books at the library.
You will need a intake manifold set and possibly a plenum gasket set.
It Is caused from The heater Hose Located Under The Intake Manifold ..In Order To repair It You have To remove the Intake Manifold.....
You do not repair a head gasket you just replace it. Major repair involving removing the intake & exhaust manifold, and the heads.
The intake manifold runner control (IMRC) on a 1998 Ford Mustang Cobra is located on the intake manifold itself, specifically on the upper part of the manifold near the throttle body. It consists of a set of flaps that help optimize airflow into the engine at different RPMs. Accessing it typically requires removing the upper intake manifold for inspection or repair.
The intake manifold runner on a 2004 Ford Freestar is located on the engine's intake manifold, which is situated on the top of the engine. The runners are part of the manifold assembly that directs air to the engine cylinders. To access them, you typically need to remove the air intake duct and possibly the throttle body, depending on the specific repair or inspection needed.
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i suggest you get a repair book.it is not easy
Repairing intake gasket not preferred, you can use red silicone to seal it, but to do so, you must remove the intake, in which case, you may as well replace the gasket.