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Exhaust Manifold - Left Side

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Fig 1: Exhaust Manifold Loosening/Tightening Sequence - Left
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NOTE:

The bolts used to secure the exhaust manifold are stainless steel at locations 6 and 9. All bolts removed must be installed in the same location were they were removed from.

  1. Prior to installation, make sure all gasket mating surfaces are clean and free of any debris.
    NOTE:

    Install the left exhaust manifold and gasket from below the engine and through the front of the engine compartment. Make sure the gasket is properly seated before installing the manifold bolts/studs.

  2. Position the exhaust manifold and gasket and install the bolts/studs hand tight.
  3. Using the sequence shown in the illustration, tighten the exhaust manifold bolts/studs to 25 N.m (18 ft. lbs.).
  4. Position the exhaust manifold heat shield, install the rear heat shield retaining nuts and tighten to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
  5. Install the left exhaust pipe/catalytic converter. Refer to CONVERTER, CATALYTIC, INSTALLATION .
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  6. If equipped, position the skid plate (1), install the skid plate four retaining bolts (2) and tighten to 28 N.m (21 ft. lbs.).
  7. Lower the vehicle.
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  8. Install the front heat shield retaining nuts and tighten to 8 N.m (71 in. lbs.).
  9. Connect the left upstream 02 sensor electrical connector (1).
  10. Install the A/C compressor onto the engine block. Refer to COMPRESSOR, A/C, INSTALLATION .
  11. Install the serpentine belt. Refer to BELT, SERPENTINE, INSTALLATION .
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  12. Connect the make up air hose (3) at the intake manifold.
  13. Connect the fuel supply line (2) at the fuel rail.
  14. Connect the EVAP vacuum line (1) at the throttle body.
  15. Install the air cleaner assembly. Refer to BODY, AIR CLEANER, INSTALLATION .
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  16. Connect the negative battery cable (2).
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  17. Install the engine cover (2).
  18. Install the oil fill cap (1).
  19. Start the engine and check for leaks.