Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install a NEW exhaust manifold gasket (1) onto the studs.
- Rotate the oil level indicator tube into position and install the oil level indicator tube bolt (2) and tighten to 21 N.m (15 lb ft).
- Position a NEW exhaust pipe gasket between the exhaust manifold and exhaust pipe. Align the tabs on the gasket to face downward.
- Install the exhaust manifold onto the studs.
- Install and tighten the exhaust manifold bolts and nuts in the sequence shown and tighten to 57 N.m (42 lb ft).
- Tighten the 4 center bolts/nuts an additional pass to 57 N.m (42 lb ft).
- Position the exhaust manifold heat shield to the manifold and install the exhaust manifold bolts (1) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the exhaust pipe bracket and the exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold bolts (1).
- Tighten the exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold bolts in the sequence shown (4, 5, and 6) to 53 N.m (39 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust pipe to turbocharger exhaust pipe bracket bolt and tighten to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).
- Install the wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) .
- Lower the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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