Service Procedure

NOTE:
Verify that the vehicle qualifies for this campaign by checking the "Warranty Vehicle Information" screen via DCS Interactive or DCS Online.

A. Exhaust Manifold Assembly Inspection

1. Open and secure the hood.

2. Raise the vehicle.





3. Check for cracks between the ports of the exhaust manifold.

NOTE:
Heat shield removed for photographic purposes only. Heat shield does not need to be removed for inspection.





4. If no cracks can be seen in step 3, lower the vehicle and use a mirror to inspect for cracks on the ports of the exhaust manifold.

NOTE:
Heat shield removed for photographic purposes only. Heat shield does not need to be removed for inspection.

5. If there are no cracks on the exhaust manifold, no further work is required.

6. If cracks exist on the exhaust manifold, perform the following exhaust manifold replacement procedure.

B. Exhaust Manifold Assembly Replacement





1. Remove the engine cover.





2. Disconnect the oxygen sensor connector and carefully remove the oxygen sensor from the exhaust manifold. Keep the oxygen sensor in a safe location, as it will be reinstalled into the new exhaust manifold.

3. Raise the vehicle.





4. Lubricate with rust penetrant and remove the front muffler mounting bolt and nuts.

5. Lower the vehicle.





6. Lubricate with rust penetrant and remove the heat shield.





7. Remove the exhaust manifold assembly and the upper and lower exhaust manifold gaskets.





8. Install the new exhaust manifold assembly and the upper and lower exhaust manifold gaskets.

Torque: 31-41 lb-ft
(43-55 Nm, 430-550 kgcm)





9. Install the heat shield.

Torque: 12-16 lb-ft
(17-22 Nm, 170-220 kgcm)





10. Install and connect the oxygen sensor.

Torque: 37-44 lb-ft
(50-60 Nm, 500-600 kgcm)

11. Raise vehicle.





12. Install the front muffler mounting bolt and nuts.

Torque: 22-29 lb-ft
(30-40 Nm, 300-400 kgcm)





13. Install the engine cover.

Torque: 6.5-8 lb-ft
(9-11 Nm, 90-110 kgcm)