Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Exhaust System Components

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Install the HO2S to the exhaust system. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 2 .
Install the muffler rear hangers (2) to the muffler(s).

Fig 2: Lowering Exhaust System

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NOTE: Refer to Exhaust System Inspection Notice .

NOTE: Refer to Flex Decoupler Notice .

With the aid of an assistant, raise the exhaust system into position.
Install the exhaust system (muffler) nuts.

Fig 3: View Of Tail Pipe Hangers & Muffler Rods

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Install the muffler to the muffler rear hangers.

Fig 4: View Of Muffler Front Hanger & Frame Hanger Rod

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Install the muffler rear hanger to the hanger rod.

Fig 5: Identifying Muffler Pipes At Left And Right Side Catalytic Converters

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

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

Fig 6: Floorpan Brace

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Install the floor panel tunnel brace to the floor panel.
Install the floor panel tunnel brace bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the floor panel tunnel brace bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 7: View Of HO2S Electrical Connector, Sensor 2 (Bank 1 Shown, Bank 2 Similar)

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Connect the left and right bank 2 HO2S electrical connectors (bank 1 shown, bank 2 similar).
Install the HO2S wiring harnesses to the transmission case.
Lower the vehicle.