Installation Procedure
NOTE:
Do not bend the exhaust flex decoupler more than 3 degrees in any direction. Movement of more than 3 degrees will damage the exhaust flex decoupler.
- Install a NEW gasket to the exhaust manifold studs.
- Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
- Install the catalytic converter nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 46 N.m (34 lb ft).
- Install the post catalyst HO2S. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement or Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement .
- Pull back the muffler assembly in order to join the muffler to the catalytic converter.
- Install the exhaust muffler nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 46 N.m (34 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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