Front Pipe Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle.
2. Remove the following components from the exhaust manifold:
^ The two bolts
^ The two springs
^ The front pipe

3. Remove the two bolts and the two springs which secure the front pipe to the Three-Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) (3). Remove the front pipe from the vehicle.
4. Clean the gasket and seal mating surfaces.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the front pipe with the new gasket to the vehicle. Secure the front pipe to the manifold (1) with two springs and two bolts. Finger tighten the bolts.
2. Install the front pipe with the new seal to the Three-Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) (3). Secure the front pipe with two springs and two bolts. Finger tighten the bolts.

NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Align all system components properly in order to prevent any noise or vibrations before tightening the fasteners.
^ Tighten the front pipe-to-exhaust manifold bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
^ Tighten the front pipe-to-TWC bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).

4. Lower the vehicle.