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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Catalytic Converter To Muffler Nuts
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  1. Install the catalytic converter gasket onto the catalytic converter.
  2. Reposition the muffler assembly rearward until the catalytic converter can be installed.
  3. Install the catalytic converter.
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the catalytic converter nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

  6. Remove the support from the exhaust system.
  7. Fig 2: Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts
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  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Install the left side catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 35 N.m (26 lb ft).

  10. Fig 3: Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolts
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  11. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
  12. Install the left side exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  13. Fig 4: Oxygen Sensor Electrical Connector
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  14. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connector (1).
  15. Install the HO2S sensor. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 2 Sensor 2 .