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Installation Procedure

  1. In case of reuse of the exhaust parts, check the exhaust pipes at the separating sets for the following conditions:
    • Roundness of the exhaust pipe, any deformation in the range of the double-clamp must be eliminated.
    • Burrs inside and outside the exhaust pipe at the cutting edge, use a file to eliminate.
    • Rust at the exhaust pipe outside, use a sandpaper to eliminate.
    2. Fig 1: Exhaust Pipe Clamp
    GM4121566Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the exhaust pipe clamp (3) to the exhaust pipe.
  3. Install 3 NEW exhaust muffler insulators (4, 6)
  4. Install a NEW gasket.(2)
  5. Install and support the exhaust muffler (5).
  6. Install Exhaust Hanger Insulator(4)@Vehicle
  7. Loosely tighten the exhaust pipe clamp (3).
    8. Fig 2: Exhaust Pipe Clamp
    GM4121568Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE:

    Ensure that there is enough space between the fuel tank heat shield (1) and the exhaust pipe clamp (2).

  8. Align the exhaust system and the exhaust pipe clamp (2).
    9. Fig 3: Front Exhaust Flange Nuts And Exhaust Muffler Insulator Nuts
    GM4121564Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to:Fastener Caution

  9. Install Exhaust Muffler Insulator Nut(2) and tighten 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
  10. Install the 3 exhaust muffler nuts (1) and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
    11. Fig 4: Exhaust Pipe Clamp
    GM4121568Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  11. Exhaust Pipe Clamp (2) - Tighten 31 N.m (23 lb ft)
  12. Unsupport the exhaust system.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
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