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Installation Procedure

  1. GM2191860Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install a NEW turbocharger clamp (1).

  2. GM2609441Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Install the catalytic converter into the catalytic converter brace (2) and loosely tighten the fasteners (1).

  3. GM2609448Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

    Install the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

  4. GM2609441Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Tighten the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) to 22 N.m (16 lb ft).

  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Tighten the turbocharger clamp fastener to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
  7. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LUV) 
  8. Install the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1
  9. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.