Removal and Installation - Bank 2: Installation

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Install the exhaust manifold studs (if removed).

Exhaust Manifold Studs

: 7.4 Nm (0.75 kg-m, 65 in-lb)

Install the exhaust manifold (2) and hand tighten nuts (A).

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CAUTION:
Do not reuse the following:
- Lock plates (4).
- Exhaust manifold gasket (1).
- Exhaust manifold outlet gasket (3).
NOTE: Apply anti-seize to the nut and stud threads.

Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts in the sequence shown.

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Exhaust Manifold Nuts

: 40 Nm (4.1 kg-m, 30 ft- lb)

: Front

Retighten nuts 1-4 in the sequence shown to the specified torque.

Exhaust Manifold Nuts

: 40 Nm (4.1 kg-m, 30 ft- lb)

Position new lock plates (1) onto the exhaust manifold nuts (A) and install Tools (B).

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CAUTION: Do not reuse lock plates.

Tool

:-- - (J-54425)
Secure the lock plates (1) as follows:

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CAUTION: Do not reuse lock plates.
- Tighten both Tools in unison by alternating between the two, until the lock plates are fully installed. This will prevent the lock plate from moving out of position while installing.
- Remove the Tool.
: Front
NOTE:
- One lock plate is used for two nuts, corresponding to nuts 6 and 2, 4 and 8, 7 and 3, 1 and 5.
- Do not overtighten.
Tool

: -- - (J-54425)
Install pinch bolt (A) and nut (B) into intermediate shaft lower joint finger tight, then torque to specification. Pinch bolt is directional. Refer to Exploded View .

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CAUTION: Do not reuse nut.

: Front
Installation of the remaining components is in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE:
- Idle the engine until it reaches operating temperature. Allow the engine to idle at operating temperature for 10 minutes.
- Inspect the joint for any noticeable leaks.