Aveo_Sonic

Exhaust Front Pipe Replacement - LDE

Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2 .



2. Remove the exhaust muffler nuts (1) and remove the exhaust muffler (4) from the exhaust isolators (2).



3. Remove the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter nuts (1).
4. Remove the front pipe (3) from the catalytic converter and discard the exhaust gasket (2).

1. Install a NEW gasket (3) to the exhaust front pipe.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

2. Install the exhaust muffler (4) to the exhaust isolators (2) and tighten the nuts (1) to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).



3. Position the exhaust front pipe (3) to the catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2).
4. Install the exhaust front pipe nuts (1) to the catalytic converter and tighten to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
5. Connect the heated oxygen sensor-2. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2 .
6. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.