Installation Procedure
- Install a new exhaust manifold pipe seal to the exhaust manifold pipe.
- Install the exhaust manifold pipe.
- Apply lubricant to the exhaust pipe hanger bracket, in order to aid in installation.
- Slide the exhaust manifold pipe hanger into the exhaust pipe hanger bracket.
- Install the exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).
- If the exhaust manifold pipe was replaced perform the following:
- Apply anti-seize compound GM P/N 12377953 or equivalent to the threads of the old oxygen sensor.
- Install the old oxygen sensor.
Tighten: Tighten the oxygen sensor to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
- If the exhaust manifold pipe was not replaced perform the following:
- Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
- Connect the CPA retainer.
- Install the clip around the engine harness and the oxygen sensor pigtail.
- Install the exhaust muffler. Refer to Muffler Replacement .
- Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement
in Frame and Underbody.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.