Exhaust Manifold Gasket: Service and Repair

Removal





1. Loosen front exhaust pipe clamp (15 mm hex) at engine block bracket and slide clamp out of engagement with bracket.
2. Remove exhaust pipe-to-exhaust manifold nuts (13 mm hex).

NOTICE: Excessive movement of the pipe can damage the flex pipe.

3. Pull down front exhaust pipe and remove gasket.
4. Remove the old gasket and discard.

Installation





1. Install a new exhaust pipe-to-manifold gasket on the studs.
2. Install and torque the exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold nuts (13 mm hex).
Torque: 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.)
3. Slide front exhaust pipe clamp over engine block bracket and tighten clamp (15 mm hex).
Torque: 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.)
4. Check the entire exhaust system for leaks.