Exhaust Y-Pipe

Exhaust Y-Pipe - 3.5L

Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of proper sealing.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.

2. If equipped, remove the 6 screws and the underbody shield.





3. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-resonator nuts.
- Discard the gasket.

- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

4. Remove and discard the 2 RH catalytic converter-to-exhaust Y-pipe nuts.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

5. Remove and discard the 2 LH catalytic converter-to-exhaust Y-pipe nuts and remove the exhaust Y-pipe.
- Discard the gasket.

- To install, tighten in 3 stages:
- Stage 1: Tighten the passenger side nut to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).

- Stage 2: Tighten the driver side nut to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

- Stage 3: Tighten the passenger side nut to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gaskets and nuts.

7. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.