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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the exhaust manifold pipe seal(s).
    Fig 1: Left Exhaust Manifold Pipe Nuts (6.0L or 8.1L Engine)
    GM858568Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Raise the catalytic converter or exhaust manifold pipe using the adjustable jackstands.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. If equipped with a 6.0L or 8.1L engine, perform the following:
    1. Install the exhaust hanger mounting bracket bolts.
    2. 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).

  5. Fig 2: Exhaust Manifold Pipe Nuts (6.0L, 6.6L, and 8.1L Engines)
    GM858574Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. 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).

  7. Fig 3: View Of Right Exhaust Pipe Nuts
    GM858553Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, install the right exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
  9. Fig 4: View Of Left Exhaust Manifold Pipe & Nuts
    GM858550Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. 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).

  11. Fig 5: View Of Transmission & HO2S Sensor Electrical Connector
    GM665040Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. If equipped with a 6.0L or 8.1L engine, perform the following:
    1. Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector (1).
    2. Connect the CPA retainer.
  13. Remove the adjustable jackstands from catalytic converter or exhaust manifold pipe.
  14. Fig 6: View Of O2 Sensor Harness Routing
    GM664951Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, perform the following:
    1. Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector (1).
    2. Connect the CPA retainer.
    3. Clip the oxygen sensor electrical connector to the hose clip.
  16. Fig 7: View Of O2 Sensor Harness Routing And Harness Mounting Brackets
    GM664828Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. If equipped with a 4.3L, 4.8L, or 5.3L engine, perform the following:
    1. Connect the forward oxygen sensor electrical connector.
    2. Connect the CPA retainer.
    3. Install the clip around the engine harness and the oxygen sensor pigtail.
  18. Lower the vehicle.