Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Catalytic Converter To Intermediate Muffler Nuts

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Install the catalytic converter gasket onto the catalytic converter.
Reposition the muffler assembly rearward until the catalytic converter can be installed.
Install the catalytic converter.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the catalytic converter to intermediate muffler nuts (1) and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
Remove the support from the exhaust system.

Fig 2: Right Side Catalytic Converter To Exhaust Manifold Nuts

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Install the right side catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts and tighten to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

Fig 3: Right Side Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts

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Install the right side exhaust manifold heat shield.
Install the right side exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 4: Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts

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Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
Install the right side exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 5: HO2S Electrical Connector

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Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector to the HO2S electrical connector (1)
Install the HO2S sensor. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 2 .