Warning:Refer toHot Exhaust System Warning. Preliminary ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer toExhaust Manifold Replacement.Remove the oxygen sensor after the catalytic converter. Refer toHeated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2.Remove the catalytic converter brace. Refer toCatalytic Converter Brace Replacement.Remove the steering gear heat shield. Refer toSteering Gear Heat Shield Replacement. | |
1 | Exhaust Manifold Fastener (Qty:-3) Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Tighten50-Y (37-lb-ft). |
2 | Exhaust Muffler Fastener (Qty:-2) Tighten40-Y (30-lb-ft). |
3 | Catalytic Converter Bracket Clamp Fastener Tighten50-Y (37-lb-ft). |
4 | Exhaust Insulator Hanger |
5 | Seal |
6 | Gasket |
7 | Catalytic Converter Note:Replace with NEW gasket and seal. |
Tire and Wheel Inspection
The tires on all new production models have a tireperformance criteria (TPC) rating number molded on the sidewall.The TPC rating will appear as a 4-digit number preceded by theletters TPC-SPEC on the tire wall near the tire size. Areplacement tire should have the same TPC rating.Tire Wear(1)HardCorn ...