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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S). Refer to HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR in Engine Performance - Removal & Installation
    Fig 1: Installing Heated Oxygen Sensor
    G02080717Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.
  2. Install a new gasket to the exhaust pipe studs.
  3. Install and support the 3-way catalytic converter.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the catalytic converter nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

    Fig 2: Installing Catalytic Converter Nuts
    G02080718Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install a new exhaust manifold pipe gasket.
  6. Install the exhaust manifold pipe stud nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the nuts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

    Fig 3: Installing Exhaust Manifold Pipe Stud Nuts
    G02080719Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the catalytic converter hangers.
  8. Remove the support from the exhaust system.
  9. Connect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
  10. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
  11. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Installing Catalytic Converter Hangers
    G02080720Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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