Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
Notice: Refer to Catalytic Converter Movement Notice in the Preface section.
- Remove the exhaust manifold to catalytic converter nuts.
Important: Suitably support the exhaust system where hangers are removed.
- In order to remove the exhaust seal disconnect any hangers necessary to reposition the exhaust system.
- Reposition the exhaust system.
- Remove the exhaust manifold pipe gasket.
Installation Procedure
- Install the exhaust manifold pipe gasket.
- Return the exhaust system to the proper position.
- Connect any hangers.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the exhaust manifold to catalytic converter nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 35 N·m (26 lb ft).
- Remove the exhaust system support.
- Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
- Lower the vehicle.