INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
| Minimum | 40.5 mm (1.59 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the free length is less than minimum, replace the compression spring.
Fully insert a new gasket to the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.
| *1 | Exhaust Manifold Converter Sub-assembly |
| *2 | Gasket |
| *3 | Wooden Block |
Using a plastic hammer and wooden block, tap in the new gasket until its surface is flush with the exhaust manifold converter sub-assembly.
Note
Be careful with the installation direction of the gasket.
Do not reuse the gasket.
Do not damage the gasket.
Do not push in the gasket by using the exhaust pipe when connecting it.
Install the front exhaust pipe assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 compression springs.
Connect the front exhaust pipe assembly to the exhaust pipe support.
INSTALL CENTER EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
Install a new gasket to the front exhaust pipe assembly.
Connect the center exhaust pipe assembly to the exhaust pipe support.
Install the center exhaust pipe assembly with the 2 nuts.
INSTALL TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
| Minimum | 38.5 mm (1.52 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the free length is less than minimum, replace the compression spring.
Fully insert a new gasket to the center exhaust pipe assembly.
| *1 | Center Exhaust Pipe Assembly |
| *2 | Gasket |
| *3 | Wooden Block |
Using a plastic hammer and wooden block, tap in the new gasket until its surface is flush with the center exhaust pipe assembly.
Note
Be careful with the installation direction of the gasket.
Do not reuse the gasket.
Do not damage the gasket.
Do not push in the gasket by using the exhaust pipe when connecting it.
Connect the tail exhaust pipe assembly to the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
Install the tail exhaust pipe assembly with the 2 bolts and 2 compression springs.
INSTALL HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR
INSPECT FOR EXHAUST GAS LEAK