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Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement RPO LX9

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1641116  Size: SH
  1. Remove the thermostat bypass pipe. Refer to Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement .
  2. Reposition the radiator inlet hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
  3. Remove the radiator inlet hose from the thermostat housing.

  4. Object Number: 1645118  Size: SH
  5. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield bolts.
  6. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield.

  7. Object Number: 1645119  Size: SH
  8. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe nuts.
  9. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1645119  Size: SH
  1. Install the exhaust crossover pipe.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the exhaust crossover pipe nuts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1645118  Size: SH
  5. Install the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield.
  6. Install the exhaust crossover pipe heat shield bolts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1641116  Size: SH
  8. Install the radiator inlet hose to the thermostat housing.
  9. Position the radiator inlet hose clamp at the thermostat housing.
  10. Install the thermostat bypass pipe. Refer to Thermostat Bypass Pipes Replacement .

Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement RPO LY7

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1395470  Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine. Refer to Engine Replacement .
  2. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe nuts (3, 5) and bolt (4).
  3. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe.
  4. Inspect the exhaust crossover pipe seal. Replace the exhaust crossover pipe seal only if it is excessively worn or damaged.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1395470  Size: SH
  1. Install the exhaust crossover pipe.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the exhaust crossover pipe nuts (3, 5) and bolt (4).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt/nuts to 34 N·m (25 lb ft).

  5. Install the engine. Refer to Engine Replacement .