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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the oxygen sensor to the catalytic converter. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 1 .
    2. IMPORTANT: Inspect the catalytic converter seal/heat shield sealing surface. Replace the seal/heat shield if the sealing surface is worn or damaged.
  2. Install the catalytic converter seal/heat shield to the catalytic converter.
    3. Fig 1: View Of Right Catalytic Converter
    GM1221193Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Carefully install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
  4. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold fasteners.
  5. Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Muffler Pipes At Left And Right Side Catalytic Converters
    GM1224063Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
    IMPORTANT: Inspect the catalytic converter seal. Replace the seal if it is worn or damaged.
  6. Install the exhaust pipes and nuts to the left and right side catalytic converters.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Tighten the catalytic converter nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  9. Install the right bank exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Right Side .
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