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Installation Procedure

  1. If removed, install the Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S). Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 1 in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  2. If removed, install the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve pipe.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Fig 1: View Of Right Exhaust Manifold (3.4L)
    GM187052Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the exhaust manifold gasket.
  6. Install the exhaust manifold.
  7. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  8. Install the exhaust manifold nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  9. Fig 2: View Of Right Exhaust Manifold Heat Shields & Bolts
    GM187050Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the exhaust manifold lower heat shield.
  11. Install the exhaust manifold upper heat shield.
  12. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  13. Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .
  14. Lower the vehicle.
  15. Install the exhaust crossover pipe nuts/studs to the engine right side exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement .
  16. Install the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement .
  17. Lower the vehicle.
  18. Connect the Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
  19. Install the EVAP solenoid bracket.
  20. Install the spark plug wires to the engine right bank spark plugs.
  21. Install the ignition module and the ignition coils with the bracket.
  22. Install the EGR valve to the intake manifold. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  23. Install the MAP sensor. Refer to Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Replacement Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  24. Rotate the engine back to the original position. Refer to Rotating the Engine for Service Access .
  25. Install the accelerator cable bracket to the throttle body. Refer to Accelerator Controls Cable Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  26. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.4L.
  27. Install the windshield wiper motor cover. Refer to Wiper Module Cover Replacement in Wipers/Washer Systems.