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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Rear Exhaust System Hanger Bracket Nuts
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  1. Install the rear exhaust hanger brackets.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Install the rear exhaust hanger to hanger bracket nuts and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Muffler & Rear Exhaust Manifold Pipe Nuts
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  3. Install a NEW muffler to exhaust manifold pipe gasket onto the studs.
  4. With the aid of an assistant, raise the exhaust system.
  5. Install the muffler to rear exhaust manifold pipe.
  6. Install and snug the muffler to rear exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
    7. Fig 3: Identifying Exhaust System Mounting Points
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  7. Install the rear exhaust hanger bracket to the rear compartment side rail bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
    8. Fig 4: View Of Exhaust Hanger To Rear Suspension Support Bracket Bolt
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  8. Install the exhaust hanger to the rear suspension support bracket bolts and tighten to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
  9. Tighten the muffler to rear exhaust manifold pipe nuts previously installed to 25 N.m (18 lb ft)
    10. Fig 5: Identifying HO2S
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  10. If reusing the old HO2S, coat the threads with anti-sieze compound, GM P/N 12377953 or equivalent.
  11. Install the HO2S and tighten to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).
    12. Fig 6: View Of HO2S Electrical Connector
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  12. Connect the HO2S electrical connector.
  13. Install the CPA retainer.
  14. Install the oxygen sensor wiring harness heat shield. Refer to Oxygen Sensor Wiring Harness Heat Shield Replacement .
    15. Fig 7: View Of HO2S Electrical Connector
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  15. Connect the HO2S electrical connector.
  16. Install the CPA retainer.
  17. Install the oxygen sensor wiring harness heat shield. Refer to Oxygen Sensor Wiring Harness Heat Shield Replacement .
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