Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification |
|---|
| Metric | English |
| Catalytic Converter to Exhaust Manifold Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Engine Shield Bolt | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Heat Shield Nut | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt First Pass in Sequence Final Pass in Sequence | 15 N.m | 11 lb ft |
| 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Muffler to Right Catalytic Converter Nut | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Exhaust Pipe Clamp at Left Catalytic Converter | 44 N.m | 32 lb ft |
| Exhaust Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) | 42 N.m | 31 lb ft |
| Muffler to Catalytic Converter Nut (2-Bolt Flange) Muffler to Catalytic Converter Nut (Norma Clamp) | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| 28 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Stabilizer Shaft Link to Frame Bolt/Nut | 65 N.m | 48 lb ft |
| Oil Level Indicator Tube Bolt | 25 N.m | 18 lb ft |
| Oil Pan Skid Plate Bolt | 28 N.m | 21 lb ft |
| Rear Axle Tie Rod Bolt/Nut (Left Side) | 105 N.m | 77 lb ft |
| Rear Shock Absorber Lower Bolt/Nut | 95 N.m | 70 lb ft |
| Steering Shaft Coupling Bolt/Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
Symptoms - Engine Exhaust
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