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Exhaust Manifold: Installation

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CAUTION: If the studs came out with the nuts when removing the exhaust manifold, install new studs.
  1. Position the exhaust manifolds on the two studs located on the cylinder head. Install conical washers and nuts on these studs (Fig 1).
    Fig 1: Installing Exhaust Manifold For 5.9L Engine
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  2. Install new bolt and washer assemblies in the remaining holes (Fig 1). Start at the center arm and work outward. Tighten the bolts and nuts to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.) torque.
  3. Position three washers, heat shield and nuts on the right side exhaust manifold. Tighten nuts to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  4. Position two washers, heat shield and nuts on the left side exhaust manifold. Tighten nuts to 24 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  5. Raise the vehicle.
  6. Assemble the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold and secure with bolts, nuts and washers. Tighten these nuts to 27 N.m (20 ft. lbs.) torque.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Connect the battery negative cable.
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