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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Catalytic Converter Brace Bolt
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  1. Install a NEW exhaust manifold seal (1) onto the catalytic converter.
  2. Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
  3. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  4. Install the catalytic converter brace bolt (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 41 N.m (30 lb ft).

  5. Fig 2: Identifying Catalytic Converter Bolts
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  6. Install the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement .
  7. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  8. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side .