Exhaust Pipe Installation - Left Side

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Fig 1: View Of Left Exhaust Pipe

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NOTE: Position the exhaust pipe gaskets with the tabs as shown. Failure to do so will cause improper alignment of the gaskets and result in exhaust leaks.

Install the exhaust pipe with gaskets.
Install the exhaust pipe to turbocharger bolts.

Fig 2: Exhaust Pipe To Exhaust Manifold Bolt Tightening Sequence - Left Side

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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold bolts. Tighten the exhaust pipe bolts to 53 N.m (39 lb ft) in the proper sequence.

Fig 3: View Of Left Exhaust Pipe Heat Shield & Bolts

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Install the exhaust pipe heat shield.
Install the exhaust pipe heat shield bolts and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).