Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in the Preface section.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in the Preface section.
Important: Do not reuse the gasket.
Important: Inspect the catalytic converter seal/heat shield sealing surface. Replace the seal/heat shield if the sealing surface is worn or damaged.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Important: Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts as specified in the service procedure. Improperly installed and/or leaking exhaust manifold gaskets may effect vehicle emissions and/or On-Board Diagnostics (OBD) II system performance.
The cylinder head exhaust manifold bolt hole threads must be cleaned and free of debris or threadlocking material.Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten
Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to
9 N·m (80 lb in).