Catalytic Converter: Installation

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All vehicles

Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.
1. Clean and inspect the gasket surface and the studs. Replace the studs if necessary.
  Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
2. NOTE: Make sure that a new gasket is installed.
  
  Install a new gasket.
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NOTE: The nuts are only finger tight in this step.

Install the catalytic converter. Install the mounting bracket and the nuts.

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NOTE: Make sure that new nuts are installed.

Install the catalytic converter nuts.

Torque: 35 lb.ft (47.5 Nm)

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1. Tighten the nuts.
  Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
2. Tighten the PIA nuts.
  Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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4x4 vehicles
Install the front Driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .
All vehicles
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Check the exhaust system for leaks.