Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Manifold Bolts

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Install one exhaust manifold bolt to the exhaust manifold.
Install the NEW exhaust manifold gasket onto the cylinder head and bolt.
Install the exhaust manifold (with gasket) to the catalytic converter and the cylinder head.

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the remaining exhaust manifold bolts and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

Fig 2: Identifying Catalytic Converter To Exhaust Manifold Nuts

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Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the oil level indicator. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side (LNJ) or Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side (LY7) .