Installing Primary Catalytic Converter On Left Side

Information 

• The primary catalytic converters are installed in reverse order to removal. 
• The primary catalytic converters must be installed upwards on the manifold flange with the least possible tolerance (check the distance from the rear exhaust pipe to the tunnel bridge). 
• The fastening nuts on the studs for the manifold must be tightened in diagonally opposite sequence. 

1. Replace fastening nuts between the primary catalytic converters and exhaust manifolds and replace seals.
2. Use new clamping sleeves and move them into installation position at the same time.
3. Tighten all fastening screws and nuts to → Tightening torque: 23 Nm (17 ftlb.)  .