INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE DAMPER
Tech Tips
Only perform this procedure when replacement of the exhaust pipe damper is necessary.
Install the 2 exhaust pipe dampers with the 4 bolts.
INSTALL TAILPIPE LH
Install the tailpipe LH to the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
INSTALL TAILPIPE RH
Install the tailpipe RH to the 3 exhaust pipe supports.
INSTALL FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY
w/ Protector:
Tech Tips
Only perform this procedure when replacement of the front No. 1 exhaust pipe protector is necessary.
Install the front No. 1 exhaust pipe protector and exhaust pipe protector stay with the 2 bolts and 2 nuts.
Install the clamp with the bolt.
Using a vernier caliper, measure the free length of the compression springs.
| Minimum free length |
|---|
| 38.5 mm (1.52 in.) |
Tech Tips
If the free length is less than the minimum, replace the compression spring.
Install the 2 new gaskets to the front exhaust pipe assembly.
| *1 | Front Exhaust Pipe Assembly |
| *2 | Gasket |
| *3 | Wooden Block |
Using a plastic-faced hammer and wooden block, tap in the new gasket until its surface is flush with the front 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.
Install 2 new gaskets and the front exhaust pipe with 4 new nuts, 8 bolts and the 4 compression springs.
CONNECT HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR
for Bank 2 Sensor 2:
Before installing the heated oxygen sensor, twist the sensor wire counterclockwise 4 turns.
| *A | for 2WD |
| *B | for AWD |
| *1 | Fulcrum Length |
Using SST, connect the heated oxygen sensor to the front exhaust pipe assembly.
Tech Tips
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 300 mm (11.8 in.). When using a torque wrench with a fulcrum length that is not 300 mm (11.8 in.), calculate the torque specification for the torque wrench and SST based on the "without SST" torque specification Click here.
Make sure SST and the wrench are connected in a straight line
After installing the sensor, check that the sensor wire is not twisted.
If the sensor wire is twisted, reinstall sensor.
for AWD:
Connect the grommet and attach the 2 clips of the heated oxygen sensor.
for 2WD:
Connect the grommet of the heated oxygen sensor.
for Bank 1 Sensor 2:
Before installing the heated oxygen sensor, twist the sensor wire counterclockwise 4 turns.
| *1 | Fulcrum Length |
Using SST, connect the heated oxygen sensor to the front exhaust pipe assembly.
Tech Tips
Use a torque wrench with a fulcrum length of 300 mm (11.8 in.). When using a torque wrench with a fulcrum length that is not 300 mm (11.8 in.), calculate the torque specification for the torque wrench and SST based on the "without SST" torque specification Click here.
Make sure SST and the wrench are connected in a straight line.
After installing the sensor, check that the sensor wire is not twisted.
If the sensor wire is twisted, reinstall the sensor.
Connect the grommet of the heated oxygen sensor.
INSTALL FRONT CENTER FLOOR BRACE
Install the front center floor brace with the 2 clips, 6 bolts and 2 nuts.
INSTALL NO. 2 REAR FLOOR BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY
Install the No. 2 rear floor board sub-assembly with the 4 grommets and 7 clips.
INSTALL NO. 1 REAR FLOOR BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY
Install the No. 1 rear floor board sub-assembly with the 4 grommets and 7 clips.
INSTALL FRONT FLOOR COVER LH (for AWD)
Install the front floor cover LH with the 3 nuts and 3 grommets.
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 Click here.