Installation [12/2012 - ]: Procedure

Refer to PROCEDURE - Step 1

1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression spring.

   Minimum length

   41.5 mm (1.63 in.)

   If the length is less than the minimum, replace the compression spring.

   Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

2. Using a wire brush, remove any foreign matter from the gasket installation surface.
3. Using a plastic-faced hammer and wooden block, tap in a new gasket until its surface is flush with the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.

   Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

   *1	Gasket
   *2	Wooden Block

   NOTE:

   • Be sure to install the gasket so that it faces the correct direction.
   • Do not reuse the gasket.
   • Do not damage the gasket.
   • When connecting the front exhaust pipe assembly, do not push in the gasket with the front exhaust pipe assembly.
4. Install the front exhaust pipe sub-assembly with the 2 compression springs and 2 bolts.

   Torque: 43 N*m (438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

1. Install a new gasket to the front exhaust pipe sub-assembly.
2. Install the front No. 2 exhaust pipe sub-assembly with the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 43 N*m (438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

3. Connect the heated oxygen sensor connector.

1. Install a new gasket to the front No. 2 exhaust pipe sub-assembly.
2. Connect the 3 exhaust pipe supports to install the center exhaust pipe assembly.
3. Install the 2 bolts.

   Torque: 43 N*m (438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression spring.

   Minimum length

   41.5 mm (1.63 in.)

   If the length is less than the minimum, replace the compression spring.

   Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

2. Using a wire brush, remove any foreign matter from the gasket installation surface.
3. Using a plastic-faced hammer and wooden block, tap in a new gasket until its surface is flush with the center exhaust pipe assembly.

   Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

   *1	Gasket
   *2	Wooden Block

   NOTE:

   • Be sure to install the gasket so that it faces the correct direction.
   • Do not reuse the gasket.
   • Do not damage the gasket.
   • When connecting the tail exhaust pipe assembly, do not push in the gasket with the tail exhaust pipe assembly.
4. Connect the 2 exhaust pipe supports to install the tail exhaust pipe assembly.
5. Install the tail exhaust pipe assembly with the 2 compression springs and 2 bolts.

   Torque: 43 N*m (438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf) 

If gas is leaking, tighten the areas necessary to stop the leak. Replace damaged parts as necessary.

HINT: 

If an exhaust gas leak has been repaired, perform an inspection following the repair.

Refer to INITIALIZATION [12/2012 - ]