Installation Procedure
- If the catalytic converter was replaced, perform the following:
- Apply anti-seize compound GM P/N 12377953 or equivalent to the threads of the old oxygen sensors.
- Install the oxygen sensors.
Tighten: Tighten the oxygen sensors to 42 N.m (31 lb ft).
- Install the catalytic convertor.
- Install NEW exhaust manifold pipe seals to the exhaust manifolds.
- Install the right exhaust manifold pipe nuts until snug.
- Install the left exhaust manifold pipe nuts until snug.
- Tighten the right and left exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 50 N.m (39 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust muffler nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors (1, 2).
- Connect the CPA retainers.
- Clip the oxygen sensors electrical connectors to the following:
- Hose clip
- Transmission crossmember
- Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors.
- Connect the CPA retainers.
- Install the clip around the engine harness and the oxygen sensor pigtail.
- Install the transmission support crossmember.
- Install the transmission support crossmember bolts and nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).
- lower the transmission onto the transmission support.
- Install the transmission mount to transmission support nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
- Remove the transmission jack.
- Lower the vehicle.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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