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Front Pipe Replacement - LF1

Removal Procedure

    Warning: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning in the Preface section.


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  1. Remove the bolts (1) supporting the front cradle brace (2), to the front cradle assembly.

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  3. Disconnect the front pipe nuts (1) from the left catalytic converter and discard the gasket (2).

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  5. Disconnect the front pipe nuts (1) from the right catalytic converter and discard the gasket (2).

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  7. Remove the exhaust front pipe to the 3- way catalytic converter nuts (1) and discard the gasket (2).
  8. Remove the exhaust front pipe (3) from the exhaust isolator and remove from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


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  1. Install the exhaust front pipe (3) with a NEW gasket (2), to the 3-way catalytic converter. Tighten the nuts (1) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

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  3. Install the exhaust front pipe nuts (1) to the right catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2). Tighten the nuts (1) to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

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  5. Install the exhaust front pipe nuts (1) to the left catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2). Tighten the nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

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  7. Install the front cradle brace (2) to the front cradle with the nuts (1). Tighten to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
  8. Start the engine and check for exhaust for leaks.

   


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