5.7L Engine

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Fig 1: Front Exhaust Pipe/Catalytic Converter Assembly

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Position the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly (1) into vehicle.
Install the nuts (3) at the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly to muffler flange at the exhaust manifold (4).
Install the bolts (2) at the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly (4) to exhaust manifold flange. Do not tighten.

Fig 2: Muffler Flange & Exhaust Pipe/Catalytic Converter Assembly
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Tighten the front exhaust pipe and catalytic converter assembly to muffler flange (2) nuts to 47 N.m (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
Position the exhaust pipe for proper clearance with the frame and underbody parts. A minimum clearance of 25.4 mm (1.0 in.) is required.
Tighten front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assemblies to exhaust manifold bolts (2) to 30 N.m (22 ft. lbs.) torque.

Fig 3: Transmission Crossmember Reinforcement Brackets & Oxygen Sensor Connectors
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Install the oxygen sensor's. Refer to SENSOR, OXYGEN, INSTALLATION .
If equipped, Install the heat shield for the front drive shaft.
Install transmission crossmember reinforcement brackets (1, 4). Tighten bolts to 55 N.m (41 ft. lbs.).
If equipped, install skid plates. Refer to PLATE, SKID, FRONT, INSTALLATION , PLATE, SKID, FRONT SUSPENSION, INSTALLATION , PLATE, SKID, FUEL TANK, INSTALLATION , PLATE, SKID, TRANSMISSION, INSTALLATION or PLATE, SKID, TRANSFER CASE, INSTALLATION .
Lower vehicle.
Start the vehicle and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.