Caution: In order to avoid being burned, do not service the exhaust system while it is still hot. Service the system when it is cool.
Caution: Always wear protective goggles and gloves when removing exhaust parts as falling rust and sharp edges from worn exhaust components could result in serious personal injury.
Notice: Do not over-flex or damage the flex joint when moving the flex joint from the normal mounting position.
Notice: When inspecting or replacing exhaust system components, make sure there is adequate clearance from all points on the underbody to prevent overheating of the floor pan and possible damage to the passenger compartment insulation and trim materials.
1.1. | Position a NEW exhaust manifold pipe seal (4) and the exhaust manifold flange seal retainer (5) to the exhaust manifold rear pipe flange. |
1.2. | Insert the 2 retaining bolts (3) through the exhaust manifold rear pipe flange and into the exhaust manifold flange seal retainer (5). |
1.3. | Finger tighten the 2 retaining bolts (3) in order to retain the pipe seal (4) and retainer (5). |
1.4. | Position a NEW gasket (1) to the exhaust manifold rear pipe flange. |
1.5. | Insert the 2 retaining bolts (2) through the exhaust manifold rear pipe flange and into the gasket (1). |
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Notice: Do not over-flex or damage the flex joint when moving the flex joint from the normal mounting position.
Tighten
Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).