PROCEDURE
INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
| Minimum length |
|---|
| 41.5 mm (1.634 in.) |
If the length is not as specified, replace the compression spring.
| *1 | Exhaust Pipe Gasket |
| *2 | Wooden Block |
| *3 | Plastic Hammer |
| *3 | No. 2 Exhaust Manifold Converter Sub-assembly |
Using a plastic hammer and a wooden block, tap in a new exhaust pipe gasket until its surface is flush with the No. 2 exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.
Note
Install the gasket in the correct direction.
Do not reuse the gasket.
Do not damage the gasket by dropping it, etc.
Do not damage the outer surface of the gasket.
Do not push in the gasket with the exhaust pipe when connecting it.
Hang the front exhaust pipe assembly with the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
| *1 | No. 2 Exhaust Manifold Converter Sub-assembly |
| *2 | Front Exhaust Pipe Assembly |
| *3 | Exhaust Pipe Gasket |
| *a | Space between flanges: 8.5 mm (0.335 in.) |
Install the front exhaust pipe sub-assembly onto the No. 2 exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly with the 2 compression springs and 2 bolts.
Note
After the installation, check that the gaps between the flanges of the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly and front exhaust pipe assembly are consistent front-to-rear and left-to-right.
INSTALL FRONT FLOOR CENTER BRACE
INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
Hang the tail exhaust pipe assembly with the exhaust pipe support.
Install a new No. 2 exhaust pipe gasket onto the front exhaust pipe subassembly.
Install the tail exhaust pipe assembly onto the front exhaust pipe sub-assembly with the 2 bolts.
INSPECT FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAK