Installation Procedure
- Install a NEW exhaust gasket to the turbocharger and position the catalytic converter to the engine.
- Install NEW exhaust manifold studs (2) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install NEW catalytic converter nuts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the catalytic converter heat shield (2) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the transmission fastener (1) and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust front pipe. Refer to Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (LF3) Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (AWD) Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement (FWD) .
- Install the heated oxygen sensor. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 1 (FWD LFX)Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 1 (AWD LFX)Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 1 (LF3) .
- Install the turbocharger wastegate actuator vacuum tank. Refer to Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Vacuum Tank Replacement (LF3) .
- Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .