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For 1990-2009 cars only

    Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 412550  Size: SH
  1. Install new exhaust manifold studs and tighten to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  2. Object Number: 1769551  Size: SH
  3. Install the block heater, if equipped. Tighten the block heater bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  4. Object Number: 1769555  Size: SH
  5. Install the exhaust manifold gasket.
  6. Install the exhaust manifold to the cylinder head.
  7. Install NEW exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining nuts finger tight.

  8. Object Number: 1340643  Size: SH
  9. Tighten the NEW exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining nuts in sequence.
  10. 6.1. Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts to 14 N·m (10 lb ft).
    6.2. Tighten the exhaust manifold nuts a second time to 14 N·m (10 lb ft).

    Object Number: 1769548  Size: SH
  11. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
  12. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).