Seals and Gaskets: Service and Repair

Exhaust Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Support the front of the catalytic converter with an adjustable jack stand.
3. Remove the exhaust pipe brace lower bolts.





4. Remove the exhaust pipe hanger lower bolts.





5. Remove the left and right exhaust manifold nuts.
6. Lower the front of the catalytic converter.
7. Remove the exhaust seal.

Installation Procedure





1. Install a NEW exhaust seal.
2. Raise the front of the catalytic converter.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the left and right exhaust manifold nuts.
Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 20 Nm (15 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the exhaust pipe hanger lower bolts.
Tighten the exhaust pipe hanger bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).





5. Install the exhaust pipe brace lower bolts.
Tighten the exhaust pipe brace bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
6. Remove the adjustable jack stand.
7. Lower the vehicle.