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Noblelift M12, M400 2006 Installation Manual

You’ve got a Noble M12 or M400 rolling chassis in your shop and a pile of powertrain parts. You need the correct sequence for mounting the Engine, routing the turbo oil lines, and connecting the ECU harness. This Noblelift M12, M400 2006 Installation Manual is the only document that gives you the exact steps from the factory kit builders — 291 pages of procedures, torque values, and vacuum diagrams. If you skip a detail like pre-drilling the manifold shield holes with a 1/8″ drill bit (Chapter 4), you’ll be redoing work. I’ve seen it.

This manual was published by 1g Racing in 2006, the third edition covering both the M12 and M400. It’s not a reprint or a generic aftermarket PDF — it’s the same binder that came with the rolling chassis. Anyone who tells you that a third-party manual with the same torque specs works fine hasn’t snapped a stud yet.

Power Train Installation: Engine Mounts and Turbo Assembly

Chapter 3 covers chassis preparation: rear clamshell removal, side covers, and underbody pan removal before you even touch the engine mounts. Chapter 4 splits into two parts. Part 1 walks you through the starter, ECU and harness for the M12, then the separate ECU mounting for the M400. The M400 oil line connections include an important update: AN fittings and lines are included but must be assembled, lengths vary, and the oil line must be supported at the frame with a large P-clamp. The front and rear turbo and manifold assembly sections give you the exact part numbers for turbo mounts (00-006-00210, 00-006-00206) and the manifold shield (006-00192). Page 5 of the manual has the introduction that warns: ‘This install is complex and it is recommended that it only be tackled at home if you have plenty of room, an above average compliment of tools.’ They’re not kidding.

Does This Manual Cover the M12 and M400 Equally?

Yes, but with model-specific callouts. The ECU mounting differs, the oil line connections differ (M400 only gets the AN fittings update), and the return heater hose is M12 only. The manual marks every step with “M12 Only” or “M400 Only” so you don’t mix up the running changes. Chapter 6 covers air induction tubes and the intercooler, with cautions against aftermarket hard tubes. The wiring diagrams for the Noble column multi-function switch (wipers/headlights) live in Chapter 8, and Chapter 9 gives you the vacuum line diagram and cooling system flow schematic with water-cooled turbos. You’re not guessing which hose goes where.

291 Pages of Factory Specs

That’s 291 pages of actual content — not fluff. Each chapter is tabbed (the manual suggests adding tabs yourself). You get the factory-supplied parts list and an illustrated parts guide in Chapter 10 with photos of every bracket, tube, and clamp. Need to identify that turbo tube #2 (00-006-00179) or water tube #3 (00-008-00113)? It’s in the guide. The clutch pipe bleeding and shifter cable adjustment for the ST220 shifter are in Chapter 5. Don’t skip the bleeding step — air in the clutch line turns your Noble into a lawn ornament.

Use the Correct Torque Values from Chapter 4

Torque specs appear inline with each step. For example, the manifold shield attaches with #00-033-00094 screws — you’ll need a 1/8″ drill bit to pre-drill the frame holes. The manual doesn’t give you a table of generic torques; it tells you when to use a torque wrench and what value. If you’re used to aftermarket manuals that say “tighten securely,” this will feel foreign. That’s the point. Proper torque keeps the turbo mounts from vibrating loose and the oil lines from weeping.

Chassis Preparation: Removing the Clamshell and Side Covers

Chapter 3 starts with rear clamshell removal — a procedure that, if rushed, can crack fiberglass. The manual shows the fastener locations and the order of removal. Side cover removal and underbody pan removal come next, then the engine mount installation. Page 5 notes that 1g Racing recommends this car be built with the proven powertrain used in the manual (Ford Duratec 3.0L). If you choose a different engine, the manual still helps with chassis wiring and component locations.

One more thing about the wiring: Chapter 8 covers the Noble column multi-function switch, and Chapter 9 includes location of service parts for both M12 and M400. Rear and main fuses are in the right front on the M12. If you blow a fuse during start-up (Chapter 7), you’ll find it fast.

FAQ

What engine does this manual cover?

Ford Duratec 3.0L V6.

Does this manual include torque specs?

Yes, torque values are listed at each step — manifold shield, engine mounts, turbo brackets. You need a torque wrench calibrated in ft-lbs. The manual assumes you own one.

Is this an OEM manual?

This is the official 1g Racing power train installation manual, third edition 2006, for Noble M12 and M400. It is the same document supplied with the rolling chassis kit — not a reprint or aftermarket copy.

How many pages and what does it cover?

291 pages covering chassis preparation, power train installation (two parts including turbo, ECU, oil lines, intake, cooling system, electrical system with wiring diagrams, vacuum and cooling flow diagrams, heater control valve adjustment, clutch bleeding, shifter adjustment, battery install, headlight aiming, and a complete illustrated parts guide with factory-supplied part numbers. The manual also includes a caution against aftermarket hard tubes for air induction. If you plan to install a different engine, the wiring and chassis info still applies.

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If you’re dealing with a Manual Transmission install on the Noble, the factory clutch bleeding procedure in Chapter 5 saves you a headache. For other Noblelift equipment, check the Manual Transmission resources on our site.

This isn’t a generic guide. It’s the binder that 1g Racing wrote for the guys who actually assemble these cars. Every step, every part number, every caution is there because someone messed it up first. Don’t be that guy. Access the Factory Manual now.