Installation Procedure
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- Install the exhaust manifold pipe seal(s).
- Raise the catalytic converter or exhaust manifold pipe using the adjustable jackstands.
- If equipped with a 6.0L or 8.1L engine, perform the following:
- Install the exhaust hanger mounting bracket bolts.
- Install the left exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).
- Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).
- If equipped with a 6.0L or 8.1L engine, install the right exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).
- If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, install the right exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
- If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, install the left exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).
- If equipped with a 6.0L or 8.1L engine, perform the following:
- Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector (1).
- Connect the CPA retainer.
- Remove the adjustable jackstands from catalytic converter or exhaust manifold pipe.
- If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, perform the following:
- Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector (1).
- Connect the CPA retainer.
- Clip the oxygen sensor electrical connector to the hose clip.
- If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, perform the following:
- Connect the forward oxygen sensor electrical connector.
- Connect the CPA retainer.
- Install the clip around the engine harness and the oxygen sensor pigtail.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.