Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Exhaust Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in Service Precautions.

Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in Service Precautions.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.





2. Remove the nuts attaching the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
3. Position the exhaust system rearward, enough to allow clearance to remove the seal.





4. Remove and discard the exhaust manifold seal.

Installation Procedure





1. Install a NEW seal to the exhaust manifold flange.





2. Position the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the nuts attaching the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
Tighten the nuts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
4. Lower the vehicle.