3.8L Engine
| 1 - BOLT |
| 2 - NUT |
| 3 - FRONT EXHAUST PIPE AND CATALYTIC CONVERTER ASSEMBLY |
| 4 - OXYGEN SENSOR |
| 5 - INSULATOR BRACKET |
- Position the front exhaust pipe and catalytic converter assembly (3) into the mount at the transmission (if equipped) and onto the exhaust manifold flange connection.
- Install the nuts at the front exhaust pipe and catalytic converter assembly to muffler flange. Do not tighten.
- Position the exhaust pipe for proper clearance with the frame and underbody parts. A minimum clearance of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required.
- Tighten the bolt (1) at exhaust manifold to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
- Tighten the front exhaust pipe and catalytic converter assembly to muffler flange nuts to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
- Position the front pipe onto the exhaust manifold flange connection. Tighten the clamp to 10 N.m (89 in. lbs.) torque.
- Connect oxygen sensor electrical connectors.
- Install the transmission crossmember. Refer to Frame and Bumpers/Frame/CROSSMEMBER - Installation .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Start the vehicle and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
- Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. Make adjustments, if necessary.