Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying single Exhaust Manifold Upper Bolt - Right Side (LY7)

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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 exhaust manifold bolts and tighten to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install the right catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LY7) .

Fig 2: Identifying Catalytic Converter To Exhaust Manifold Nuts

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Install the catalytic converter nuts and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Right Side (LNJ) or Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Right Side (LY7) .