Dorman 917-499 Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Repair Clamp - Rear Right

Exhaust Manifold Repair for Ford Applications

Dorman 917-499 is an exhaust manifold to cylinder head repair clamp for select Ford trucks and vans with rear right fitment. It is built to create a seal when a broken exhaust manifold bolt would otherwise require major disassembly, helping restore exhaust connection integrity without removing the cylinder head.

Made from ductile iron with a black oxide finish, this clamp is bolted in place for a secure repair. It is a practical OE-style solution for 1997 Ford F-250 HD, 1996-1997 Ford F-350, and select 1988-1993 Ford E-Series and F-Series rear right applications, including California emissions vehicles where noted.

Key Features

• Dorman OE FIX repair clamp for exhaust manifold to cylinder head service
• Ductile iron construction for strength in exhaust repair use
• Black oxide finish for added surface protection
• Bolted attachment method for a secure mechanical clamp
• Overall length: 5 in
• Fits rear right exhaust manifold locations on select Ford E-350 Econoline, E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, F-250, F-250 HD, and F-350 models

Detailed Description

When an exhaust manifold bolt breaks, traditional repair often means removing the cylinder head to access the damaged fastener. Dorman 917-499 provides an alternate repair path by clamping the manifold to the cylinder head and creating a seal around the affected area. This approach is especially relevant for Ford E-350 Econoline, Ford F-250, and Ford F-350 rear right exhaust repairs where the original fastener has failed.

This part cross-references Ford E9TZ9430B for the same application. Use Dorman 917-499 when servicing rear right exhaust manifold-to-cylinder-head connections on select 1988-1997 Ford trucks and vans, including California emissions configurations listed in the fitment data.

What It Helps Repair

• Broken exhaust manifold bolt at the cylinder head
• Exhaust leak at the manifold-to-head joint
• Noise caused by a failed rear right manifold seal
• Repair situations where cylinder head removal would be required with OE service
• Corrosion-related fastener failure in exhaust hardware service

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify rear right position and exact year/model match before installation.
• Confirm California emissions notes where listed in the fitment data.
• Inspect the manifold, cylinder head surface, and surrounding hardware for damage before clamping.
• Follow service procedures for bolt torque and sealing surface preparation.
• Check for exhaust leaks after installation and heat cycling.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures OE FIX repair solutions for vehicle-specific exhaust service, and this clamp is engineered for the listed Ford applications. Part number 917-499 is built to address a common exhaust fastener failure point with a direct repair method.