Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Am and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of 3-Way Catalytic Converter Seal

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Install the 3-way catalytic converter seal.

Fig 2: View Of Intermediate Pipe & Hanger

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Install the intermediate pipe to the hanger.

Fig 3: View Of Intermediate Pipe, 3-Way Catalytic Converter & Bolts

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Install the intermediate pipe to the 3-way catalytic converter bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

Fig 4: Identifying Cutline On Intermediate Pipe

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Clamp the muffler (2) to the intermediate pipe (1).
Tighten: Tighten the clamp to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Lower the vehicle.