Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2015 Chevrolet Trax and 2015 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the catalytic converter into the catalytic converter brace (2) and loosely tighten the fasteners (1).
- Install a NEW clamp into the position shown and loosely tighten the clamp fastener (1).
- Install the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Tighten the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Tighten the turbocharge clamp fastener to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LUV) .
- Install the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1 .
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .