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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the exhaust manifold gasket.
  2. Install the exhaust manifold.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the exhaust manifold nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 16 N.m(12 lb ft).

    Fig 1: Installing Exhaust Manifold, Gasket & Nuts (Left)
    G01829678Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
  5. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  6. Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement .
  7. Install the thermostat bypass pipe. Refer to THERMOSTAT BYPASS PIPES REPLACEMENT .
  8. Connect the inlet radiator hose to the engine. Refer to RADIATOR HOSE REPLACEMENT -- INLET .
  9. Install the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to ENGINE MOUNT STRUT BRACKET REPLACEMENT -- RIGHT .
  10. Fill the cooling system with engine coolant. Refer to DRAINING AND FILLING COOLING SYSTEM .
    Fig 2: Installing Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield & Bolts (Left)
    G01829679Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the throttle body air inlet duct.
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