Exhaust Pipe Gasket: Service and Repair

Exhaust Seal Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.




2. Remove the intermediate exhaust pipe hanger lower bolts (3).




3. Remove the left and right exhaust manifold nuts (2).
4. Lower the front of the intermediate exhaust pipe (1).
5. Remove the exhaust seal (3).

Installation Procedure




1. Install a NEW exhaust seal (3).
2. Raise the front of the intermediate exhaust pipe (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

3. Install the left and right exhaust manifold nuts (2).

Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).




4. Install the exhaust pipe hanger lower bolts (3).

Tighten the exhaust pipe hanger bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

5. Lower the vehicle.