LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Chevrolet >> 2003 >> Venture Base, Van Cargo Extended >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Mechanical >> Engine Exhaust System >> Repair Instructions >> Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement >> Installation Procedure
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the exhaust crossover pipe.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the exhaust crossover pipe nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the exhaust crossover pipe nuts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Exhaust Crossover Pipe
    G01485979Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield.
  4. Install the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  5. Install the thermostat bypass pipe. Refer to THERMOSTAT BYPASS PIPES REPLACEMENT  in Engine Cooling.
  6. Install the inlet radiator hose to the engine. Refer to RADIATOR HOSE REPLACEMENT - INLET  in Engine Cooling.
  7. Fill the cooling system with engine coolant. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM  in Engine Cooling.
  8. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION & OVERHAUL  in Removal and Installation in Engine Performance.
    Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Crossover Pipe Heat Shield
    G01485980Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
scientia non olet · About LEMON Manuals