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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the muffler and exhaust pipes over the rear axle and towards the rear of the vehicle.
  2. Install the exhaust hanger insulators to the exhaust pipes.
  3. Install rear crossover.
    Fig 1: Installing Muffler And Exhaust Pipes Over Rear Axle And Towards Rear Of Vehicle
    G01485993Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install a new catalytic converter gasket.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices
  5. Install the catalytic converter bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the catalytic converter bolts to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

  6. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Installing Catalytic Converter Gasket
    G01485994Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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