Installation Procedure
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- Install the exhaust crossover pipe.
- Install the exhaust crossover pipe studs/nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust crossover pipe studs/nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust crossover heat shield.
- Install the exhaust crossover heat shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust crossover heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the thermostat bypass pipe. Refer to THERMOSTAT BYPASS PIPES REPLACEMENT - LX9 (3.5L) in Engine Cooling.
- Install inlet radiator hose from the engine. Refer to RADIATOR HOSE REPLACEMENT - INLET in Engine Cooling.
- Fill coolant from the cooling system. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM (STATIC FILL) in Engine Cooling.
- Install the throttle body air inlet duct.
- Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE in Engine Electrical.
NOTE:
Refer to FASTENER NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.