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Exhaust Manifold Replacement Left Front

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
  4. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe from the left exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the left spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  6. Remove the oil level indicator tube bracket. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .

  7. Object Number: 153577  Size: SH
  8. Remove the left engine lift bracket bolt and nut from the left exhaust manifold.
  9. Remove the left engine lift bracket from the left exhaust manifold.

  10. Object Number: 153578  Size: SH
  11. Remove the left exhaust manifold heat shield nuts.
  12. Remove the left exhaust manifold heat shield.

  13. Object Number: 97756  Size: SH
  14. Remove the left exhaust manifold retaining bolts and nuts.
  15. Remove the left exhaust manifold.
  16. Remove the left exhaust manifold gasket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 97756  Size: SH
  1. Install the new left exhaust manifold gasket.
  2. Install the left exhaust manifold.
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the left exhaust manifold bolts and nuts.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the left exhaust manifold bolts and nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 153578  Size: SH
  6. Install the left exhaust manifold heat shield.
  7. Install the left exhaust manifold heat shield nuts.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the left exhaust manifold heat shield nuts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).


    Object Number: 153577  Size: SH
  9. Install the left engine lift bracket to the left exhaust manifold.
  10. Install the left engine lift bracket bolt and nut.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the left engine lift bracket bolt and nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  12. Install the oil level indicator tube bracket. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement .
  13. Connect the left spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  14. Install the exhaust crossover to the left at the manifold. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Replacement .
  15. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
  16. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  17. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

Exhaust Manifold Replacement Right Rear

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  3. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe from the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Replacement .
  4. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  5. Object Number: 154806  Size: SH
  6. Remove the EGR adapter pipe from the right exhaust manifold.
  7. Remove the three way catalytic converter from the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  8. Remove the wiring harness and the heater hose retaining clips from the fuel injector sight shield bracket.
  9. Remove the right spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement in Engine Electrical.

  10. Object Number: 153580  Size: SH
  11. Remove the right engine lift bracket bolt and nut.
  12. Remove the right engine lift bracket.

  13. Object Number: 371090  Size: SH
  14. Remove the fuel injector sight shield bracket nuts.
  15. Remove the fuel injector sight shield bracket.

  16. Object Number: 97755  Size: SH
  17. Remove the right exhaust manifold bolts and nuts, except for the bolt behind the oxygen sensor.
  18. Lower the vehicle.
  19. Rotate the engine forward for access.
  20. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
  21. Remove the remaining bolt and the right exhaust manifold.
  22. Remove the right exhaust manifold gasket.

  23. Object Number: 97750  Size: SH
  24. Remove the upper right exhaust manifold heat shield.

  25. Object Number: 97747  Size: SH
  26. Remove the lower right exhaust manifold heat shield.
  27. Remove the heated oxygen sensor from the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.

  28. Object Number: 305693  Size: SH
  29. Remove the exhaust manifold stud(s) if damaged.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 305693  Size: SH
  1. Install the exhaust manifold stud(s) if removed.
  2. Install the heated oxygen sensor to the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.

  3. Object Number: 97747  Size: SH
  4. Install the lower right exhaust manifold heat shield.

  5. Object Number: 97750  Size: SH
  6. Install the upper right exhaust manifold heat shield.

  7. Object Number: 97755  Size: SH
  8. Install the new right exhaust manifold gasket.
  9. Install the right exhaust manifold.
  10. Install the right exhaust manifold bolt behind the oxygen sensor.
  11. Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
  12. Return the engine to the original position.
  13. Raise the vehicle.
  14. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  15. Install the remaining right exhaust manifold bolts and nuts.
  16. Tighten
    Tighten the right exhaust manifold bolts and nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 371090  Size: SH
  17. Install the fuel injector sight shield bracket.
  18. Install the fuel injector sight shield bracket nuts.
  19. Tighten
    Tighten the fuel injector sight shield bracket nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).


    Object Number: 153580  Size: SH
  20. Install the right engine lift bracket.
  21. Install the right engine lift bracket bolt and nut.
  22. Tighten
    Tighten the right engine lift bracket bolt and nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

  23. Install the right spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Harness Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  24. Install the wiring harness and the heater hose retaining clips to the fuel injector sight shield bracket.
  25. Install the three way catalytic converter to the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  26. Important: Whenever the EGR pipe is removed from the right exhaust manifold, the outlet pipe should be inspected for leaks during installation. If leaks are present, replace the EGR adapter.

  27. Install the EGR pipe to the right exhaust manifold.
  28. Tighten
    Tighten the EGR pipe bolt to 29 N·m (21 lb ft).

  29. Lower the vehicle.
  30. Install the exhaust crossover pipe to the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Replacement .
  31. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  32. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.