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Exhaust Cross under Pipe - Installation






INSTALLATION










1. Install new gasket to lower part of rear catalytic converter. If installing new cross-under pipe, transfer oxygen sensors to new pipe.
2. Loosely install cross-under pipe to catalytic converters. Snug nuts up equally using hand pressure.
3. Tighten 2 nuts for cross-under pipe to rear catalytic converter to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
4. Tighten 2 nuts for cross-under pipe to front catalytic converter to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
5. Connect exhaust system pipe to cross-under pipe. Tighten attaching fasteners to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.)
6. Install oil pan to transmission structural collar.
7. Reconnect downstream oxygen sensor connectors.
8. Lower vehicle.
9. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
10. Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.