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Exhaust Manifold: Specifications

NOTE: Failure to tighten the catalytic converter manifold nuts to specification a second time will cause the converter to develop an exhaust leak.

NOTE: Make sure to tighten the nuts in the following sequence in 2 stages.
Position the catalytic converter manifold and tighten the 7 new nuts in the sequence shown, in 2 stages.
Stage 1: Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
Stage 2: Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).