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Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side




Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure




Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning Service Precautions.

Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning Protective Goggles and Glove Warning.

1. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side (LY7) Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left SideExhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side (LZ4) Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side.
2. Remove the oil level indicator. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
3. Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).




4. Remove the exhaust manifold bolts (1).
5. Remove the exhaust manifold and gasket. Discard the gasket.

Installation Procedure




1. Install one exhaust manifold bolt to the exhaust manifold.
2. Install the NEW exhaust manifold gasket onto the cylinder head and bolt.
3. Install the exhaust manifold (with gasket) to the catalytic converter and the cylinder head.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

4. Install the remaining exhaust manifold bolts (1) and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).




5. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1) and tighten to 45 Nm (33 lb ft).
6. Install the oil level indicator. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement .
7. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side (LY7) Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left SideExhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side (LZ4) Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side.
8. Inspect for exhaust leaks.