Preliminary procedures

1. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement : LE5
2. Remove the exhaust catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement : LE5

1

Exhaust Manifold Nut (Qty 10)

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

Tighten
14 N·m (10 lb ft)

2

Exhaust Manifold

Procedure

1. Remove and discard the exhaust manifold gasket.
2. Clean any exhaust manifold gasket debris from the cylinder head and exhaust manifold.
3. Tighten the manifold nuts working from the centre out.