EXHAUST PIPE INSTALLATION

PROCEDURE

INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
1. Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression spring.
  
  Minimum length
  
  40 mm (1.57 in.)
  
  If the free length is less than the minimum, replace the compression spring.
2. Using a wire brush, remove any foreign matter from the gasket installation surface.
3. *1 Gasket
  
  *a Wooden Block
  
  Using a plastic-faced hammer and wooden block, tap on a new gasket until its surface is flush with the exhaust manifold.
  Note
  
  Be sure to install the gasket so that it faces the correct direction.
  
  Do not reuse the gasket.
  
  Do not damage the gasket.
  
  When connecting the front exhaust pipe assembly, do not push in the gasket with the front exhaust pipe assembly.
4. Install the front exhaust pipe assembly to the No. 1 exhaust pipe support.
5. Connect the front exhaust pipe assembly to the exhaust manifold with the 2 compression springs and 2 bolts. Alternately tighten the bolts in several passes.
  
  Torque:
  
  43 N*m { 438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf }
INSTALL HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR

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INSTALL AIR FUEL RATIO SENSOR

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INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
1. Install the tail exhaust pipe assembly to the 3 No. 1 exhaust pipe supports and No. 2 exhaust pipe support.
2. Install a new gasket and the tail exhaust pipe assembly to the front exhaust pipe assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 new nuts. Alternately tighten the bolts in several passes.
  
  Torque:
  
  43 N*m { 438 kgf*cm, 32 ft.*lbf }
  
  Note
  
  Do not reuse the gasket.
INSTALL FRONT FENDER SEAL RH

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INSPECT FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAK

If gas is leaking, tighten the areas necessary to stop the leak. Replace damaged parts as necessary.

Tech Tips

If an exhaust gas leak has been repaired, perform an inspection following the repair.

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*1	Gasket
*a	Wooden Block