Neutralize Powertrain and Exhaust - Manual Transmission
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Ford Ranger. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Road test the vehicle to verify the condition.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
- Loosen the catalytic converter-to-muffler exhaust flange fasteners.
- Loosen the 4 engine support insulator nuts.
- Loosen the 2 transmission extension housing-to-crossmember mount nuts.
- Loosen the 2 exhaust manifold-to-catalytic converter nuts.
- Start the engine.
- Apply the park brake and place the transmission into FIRST GEAR.
- Raise the engine RPM and slowly release the clutch until the powertrain moves or shifts under torque.
- Place the transmission into REVERSE.
- Raise the engine RPM and slowly release the clutch until the powertrain moves or shifts under torque.
- Repeat Steps 8 - 11 .
- Place the transmission into NEUTRAL and turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
- Tighten the powertrain and exhaust system fasteners in the following sequence:
- Tighten the 2 LH engine insulator nuts to 102 N.m (75 lb-ft).
- Tighten the 2 RH engine insulator nuts to 102 N.m (75 lb-ft).
- Tighten the 2 transmission extension housing-to-crossmember mount nuts to 98 N.m (72 lb-ft).
- Tighten the 2 exhaust manifold-to-catalytic converter nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb -ft).
- Tighten the 2 catalytic converter-to-muffler exhaust flange nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
- Start the engine and inspect for exhaust system leaks.
- Road test the vehicle to confirm that the condition is improved.
NOTE:
Support the catalytic converter and exhaust pipe with a jack stand while tightening.