Exhaust Manifold Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install new exhaust manifold studs and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the exhaust manifold gasket.
- Install the exhaust manifold to the cylinder head.
- Install NEW exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining nuts finger tight.
- Tighten the NEW exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining nuts in sequence. Tighten the nuts a second time to 14 N.m (124 lb in).
- Coat the threads of the oxygen sensor with antiseize GM P/N 12397953 or equivalent.
- Install the oxygen sensor and tighten to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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