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Catalytic Converter: Specifications

TORQUE SPECS, VEHICLES UNDER 8500 GVWR
Converter to Exhaust Manifold Stud 40-50 Nm (30-37 lb ft)
Converter to Exhaust Nut 34-46 Nm (25-34 lb ft)
Front Heat Shield Bolt 22-28 Nm (16-21 lb ft)
U-Bolt Clamp Nuts 54-71 Nm (40-52 lb ft)
Muffler Support Bracket Nuts 17-23 Nm (13-17 lb ft)
Air Inlet Tube to Converter Bolts 22-28 Nm (16-21 lb ft)

TORQUE SPECS, VEHICLES OVER 8500 GVWR
Converter to Exhaust Manifold Stud 40-50 Nm (30-37 lb ft)
Converter to Exhaust Manifold Nut 34-46 Nm (24-34 lb ft)
Bracket to Muffler Screw 17-23 Nm (13-17 lb ft)
U-Bolt Clamp Nuts 54-71 Nm (40-52 lb ft)
Inlet Tube to Inlet Pipe 8-11 Nm (71-97 lb in)
Inlet Pipe to Converter Nut 34-46 Nm (25-34 lb ft)
Muffler Inlet/Outlet Yoke Clamp 50-68 Nm (37-50 lb ft)