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Fastener Specifications

Single Use Non-Threaded Fasteners/Components

NOTE:

All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. 

Application
Catalytic Converter Gasket
Catalytic Converter Seal
Exhaust Gasket
Exhaust Manifold Gasket
Reusable Threaded Fastener Tightening Specifications

NOTE:

All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. 

Application Specification
Metric (English)
Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Bolt (LFV) 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Catalytic Converter Clamp Bolt (LFV) 15 N.m (11 lb ft)
Catalytic Converter Nut (LFV) 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Exhaust Front Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
Exhaust Front Pipe Hanger Bracket Nut 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Exhaust Front Pipe Nut 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Exhaust Front Pipe Nut (LFV) 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield Retainer 1.5 N.m (13 lb in)
Exhaust Rear Muffler Insulator Bolt 58 N.m (43 lb ft)