Repair Procedures
Removal
1. Remove the engine cover.
2. Disconnect the front oxygen sensor connector(B).
3. Remove the front muffler(A).
Tightening torque
39.8 - 58.8Nm (4.0 - 6.0kgf.m, 28.9 - 43.4lb-ft)
4. Remove the heat protector.
Tightening torque
16.7 - 21.5Nm (1.7 - 2.2kgf.m, 12.3 - 15.9lb-ft)
5. Remove the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter assembly(A).
Tightening torque
42.1 - 53.9Nm (4.3 - 5.5kgf.m, 31.1 - 39.7lb-ft)
6. To install, reverse the removal procedure with new gasket.