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Exhaust Manifold Installation - Left Side

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    Fig 1: View Of Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
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  1. Install the NEW exhaust manifold gaskets.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Exhaust Manifold Bolts & Studs
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  3. Install the exhaust manifold.
  4. Install the spark plug wire shields.
  5. If reusing the fasteners, apply threadlock GM P/N 12345493 (Canadian P/N 10953488) or equivalent, to the threads of the exhaust manifold bolts and stud.
  6. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  7. Install the exhaust manifold bolts and stud.
    1. Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts and stud on the first pass to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
    2. Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts and stud on the final pass to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
  8. Install the spark plug wires to the spark plug wire retainers.
  9. Install the spark plug wires onto the spark plugs.