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Catalytic Converter




Engine Idle Speed
A/T [1] in "N" position 700 ± 50 RPM
M/T [1] 700 ± 50 RPM
A/T [2] in "N" position 750 ± 50 RPM
M/T [2] 750 ± 50 RPM
Ignition Timing 15 ± 2° BTDC
[1] USA models
[2] Canadian models

Component Torque Value N-m (kg-m/ft-lb)
Back-Pressure Transducer (BPT) Valve Fasteners 16-21 (1.6-2.1/12-15)
Catalytic Converter Fasteners 31-42 (3.1-4.2/23-31)
Distributor Fasteners 10-13 (1.0-1.3/7-9)
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Tube 39-49 (3.9-4.9/29-36)
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Fasteners 21-26 (2.1-2.6/15-20)
Oxygen (O2) Sensor 18-24 (1.8-2.4/13-17)
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve 20-29 (2.0-2.9/14-22)