Catalytic Converter - Underbody: Installation

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Position the catalytic converter into the muffler or, if equipped, the exhaust intermediate pipe.
If equipped, connect the exhaust intermediate pipe isolator, the front muffler isolator and the catalytic converter isolator.
Install the 2 exhaust Y-pipe flange bolts.
- Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Make sure the button on the catalytic converter is fully inserted into the button slot on the muffler or, if equipped, the exhaust intermediate pipe and tighten the catalytic converter-to-muffler Torca® clamp or, if equipped, the exhaust intermediate pipe Torca® clamp.
- Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
NOTE: The exhaust system alignment procedure only needs to be carried out if the exhaust system isolators are not at zero load.

Check to see if the exhaust system isolators are at zero load. If the exhaust system isolators are not at zero load, carry out the exhaust system alignment procedure. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM ALIGNMENT - GASOLINE ENGINES .
If equipped, install the skid plate.