Single Exhaust System

REMOVAL
1. Raise vehicle. Use proper vehicle lifting procedures.
2. Remove the retaining bolts at each three-way catalytic converter flange.
3. Remove the three-way catalytic converter to exhaust manifold retaining nuts.
4. Slide the exhaust inlet pipe rearward until the three way catalytic converters can be removed. It may be necessary to obtain sufficient clearance to separate the three way catalytic converter at exhaust manifold connection(s).
5. Discard exhaust converter outlet gaskets and any damaged parts.

INSTALLATION
1. Remove exhaust converter outlet gasket material from exhaust inlet pipe and the three way catalytic converters.
2. Position the three way catalytic converters to the exhaust manifolds. Loosely install retaining nuts.
3. Install new exhaust converter outlet gaskets between the three way catalytic converters and exhaust inlet pipe flanges. Position the exhaust inlet pipe flange to the three-way catalytic converter outlet flange and insert new retaining bolts.
4. Alternately tighten the three way catalytic converter to the exhaust inlet pipe flange retaining bolts to 34-46 Nm (26-33 lb ft).

NOTE: Alternate tightening of the joint fastener is required to provide uniform clamping. This will prevent joint distortion, a major cause of system leaks and misadjustment.

5. Align the system to proper clearance specification.
6. Alternately tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 34-46 Nm (26-33 lb ft).
7. Check the system for leaks.
8. Lower vehicle.