Exhaust Pipe Gasket: Service and Repair

Exhaust Seal Replacement (3.8L)

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).





Caution: Refer to Catalytic Converter Movement Caution (Technician Safety Information).

Note: Exercise caution handling the pipe that contains an oxygen sensor. Do not cut the wire. For removal or repositioning disconnect the connector.

2. Remove the exhaust manifold nuts from the exhaust manifold pipe studs.





Note: Support the exhaust system where hangers are removed.

3. Remove the catalytic converter exhaust hangers.
4. Reposition the exhaust system.
5. Remove the exhaust manifold pipe gasket.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the exhaust manifold pipe gasket.
2. Install the exhaust system to the original position




3. Install the catalytic converter exhaust hangers.
4. Remove the support from the exhaust system.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

5. Install the exhaust manifold pipe nuts to the exhaust manifold pipe studs.

Tighten the nuts to 35 Nm (26 lb ft).

6. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
7. Lower the vehicle.