Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification |
|---|
| Metric | English |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bolt | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter Hanger Clamp Nut | 18 N.m | 13 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Nut | 28 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Manifold Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Exhaust Flexible Pipe to Three-Way Converter Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolt | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Bolt (Small Bolt) | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Exhaust Manifold Lower Heat Shield Bolt (Large Bolt) | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield Nut | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Three-Way Catalytic Converter to Muffler Assembly Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
Symptoms - Engine Exhaust
- Review the exhaust system description in order to familiarize yourself with the exhaust system components and the intended function of the components. Refer to «Exhaust System Description»(ref-365262-S30167093562010070600000) .
- All diagnostics on a vehicle should follow a logical process. Strategy Based Diagnostics is a uniform approach for repairing all systems. The diagnostic flow is the place to start when repairs are necessary and may always be used in order to resolve a system problem. For a detailed explanation, refer to «Strategy Based Diagnosis»(ref-365273-S36821411302010070600000) .
