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Installation Procedure

    NOTE:

    A second technician is required.

  1. Install the exhaust system.
    2. Fig 1: Heated Oxygen Sensor
    GM2027831Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the NEW exhaust front pipe gasket (4).
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    CAUTION:

    Refer to Torque-to-Yield Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the 3 NEW catalytic converter nuts (3) to the exhaust front pipe (2) and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  4. Install the heated oxygen sensor (1) and tighten to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
    5. Fig 2: Exhaust Pipe Front Hanger Bracket, Insulators, Nuts And Bolts
    GM2027832Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Install the 2 exhaust pipe front hanger bracket insulators (1).
  6. Install the exhaust pipe front hanger bracket (2).
  7. Install the 2 exhaust pipe front hanger bracket insulator nuts (3) and tighten to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
  8. Install the 4 exhaust pipe front hanger bracket bolts (4, 5) and tighten to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).
  9. Install the 2 exhaust pipe front hanger bolts (5) - M10 and tighten to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
  10. Install the exhaust rear muffler. Refer to Exhaust Rear Muffler Replacement .
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