Fastener Tightening Specifications
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Catalytic Converter Heat Shield | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Catalytic Converter Nut | 50 N.m | 37 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt | ||
| First Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Second Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Final Pass | 20 N.m | 15 lb ft |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Nut | 10 N.m | 89 lb in |
| Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Exhaust Pipe Heat Shield | 9 N.m | 80 lb in |
| Leaf Spring Bolt and Nut | 85 N.m | 63 lb ft |
| Lower Shock Absorber Bolt and Nut | 95 N.m | 70 lb ft |
| Muffler Nut | 45 N.m | 33 lb ft |
| Transmission Filler Tube Bracket Nut | 12.5 N.m | 111 lb in |
Fastener Tightening Specifications
Begin the system diagnosis by reviewing the system Description and Operation. Reviewing the information will help you determine the correct symptom diagnostic procedure when a malfunction exists. It will also help you determine if the condition described by the customer is normal operation. Refer to Symptoms - Engine Exhaust in order to identify the correct procedure for diagnosing the system.
- Review the Exhaust System Description and Operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to «Exhaust System Description»(ref-266928-S15556216792007100900000) .
- 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-266892-S29323814592007100900000) .