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Torca® Clamp

  1. Remove the nut from the Torca® clamp.
  2. Grind the spot weld and the tac weld from the Torca® clamp and remove the clamp.
  3. Clean the uneven surface area and position the new Torca® clamp.
    Fig 1: Identifying Torca® Clamp And Uneven Surface Area
    G06064430Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. NOTE: Make sure the clamp position is no more than 27.5 mm (1.08 in) or less than 25.5 mm (1 in) from the inlet of the resonator pipe.
    Fig 2: Identifying Clamp Position
    G06261557Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Make sure the back of the slot is covered by the clamp and the button is fully seated inside the notch.
  6. NOTE: Do not tighten the clamp until the exhaust system has been aligned.
  7. Tighten the Torca® clamp.
    • Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).