3.6L Engine
- Position new exhaust gasket (6) onto flange (1).
- Position the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assemblies (4) into vehicle.
- Install the lower bolts (5) at the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter (4) assembly to exhaust manifold (1) flange. Do not tighten.
- Lower vehicle.
- Install the upper bolts at the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assemblies to exhaust manifold flanges. Tighten bolts to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
- Raise vehicle.
- Tighten lower flange bolts to 23 N.m (17 ft. lbs.).
- Position the exhaust system for proper clearance with the frame and underbody parts. A minimum clearance of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required.
- Tighten the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly to muffler flange (2) nuts to 47 N.m (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
- Connect oxygen sensor (2) electrical connectors.
- Install transmission crossmember reinforcement brackets (1, 4). Tighten bolts to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
- If equipped, install skid plates Refer to PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE, INSTALLATION .
- Lower vehicle.
- Start the vehicle and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.