Installation Procedure
- If removed, install the HO2S. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 1 in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
- If removed, install the EGR valve pipe. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Pipe Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Install the exhaust manifold gasket.
- Install the exhaust manifold.
- Install the exhaust manifold nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the exhaust manifold lower heat shield.
- Install the exhaust manifold upper heat shield.
- Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
- Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the exhaust crossover pipe nuts/studs to the engine right side exhaust manifold. Refer to.
- Install the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Connect the HO2S electrical connector.
- Install the spark plug wires to the engine right bank spark plugs. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
- Install the ignition module and the ignition coils with the bracket. Refer to Ignition Control Module Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
- Install the EGR valve to the intake manifold. Refer to Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
- Install the MAP sensor. Refer to Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
- Rotate the engine back to the original position. Refer to Rotating the Engine for Service Access in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L.
- Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.5L.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.