Catalytic Converter, Removing And Installing: Installing

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Install in the reverse order of removal while noting the following:

-- Loosely install the bolt -2-.

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-- Attach the catalytic converter -1- in direction of -arrow-.

-- Align the clamp to the marking.

Fig 1: Positioning the Clamp

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-- Tighten the clamp -1- and the bolt -2-. Refer to Overview - Emissions Control System .

Fig 2: Catalytic Converter - Tightening Specification and Sequence

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-- Refer to Exhaust System, Installing without Tension .