Maniverter Gasket - Installation

INSTALLATION

NOTE: This procedure applies to vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. On vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, install the exhaust manifold Exhaust Manifold - Installation .





1. Clean the mating surfaces of the cylinder head and the maniverter flange.
2. Install a new maniverter gasket on the cylinder head.

CAUTION: The maniverter studs are installed in the cylinder head with a thread sealant. If the studs rotate during service this indicates that the seal is broken and the stud must be replaced. Failure to replace the studs can result in engine oil leaking onto the exhaust manifold.

3. Mark the end of the nine maniverter mounting studs with a paint pen or equivalent to indicate possible stud rotation.
4. Install the maniverter (4) into place onto the studs. Install and tighten the nine nuts (1) to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).
5. Check the markings on the studs for indication of rotation. If there is evidence of stud rotation, replace the stud Exhaust Manifold Stud Replacement.
6. Connect the upstream (2) and downstream (3) oxygen sensor harness connectors.





7. Install the maniverter heat shield (2) with four bolts (3) and two nuts (1). Tighten the nuts (1) and bolts (3) to 9 Nm (80 in. lbs.).





8. Raise and support the vehicle Maintenance.
9. Install the muffler flexible intake pipe to the maniverter flange with two nuts (1). Tighten the nuts (1) to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the maniverter pipe extension support to the oil pan. Tighten the bolt (2) to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





11. Install the engine cooling fan (2) Cooling Fan - Installation.





12. Install the tunnel support brace (2) with four bolts (1) tightened to 90 Nm (60 ft. lb.).





13. Install the belly pan Belly Pan - Installation.





14. Lower the vehicle.
15. Install the air cleaner body (6) Air Cleaner Body - Installation.





16. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten nut to 5 Nm (45 in. lb.).
17. Install the engine cover (1).
18. Start and run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.