Colorado 2WD L5-3.5L VIN 6 (2005)
8.
Install the new heat shield, P/N 15213389, onto the muffler as shown above.
9.
Install two straps, P/N 10391259, so that the strap screw head will be located on top of the muffler.
Tighten
Tighten the strap screw to 4 N.m (35 lb-in).
10.
Cut off the excess strap material and bend the strap over the strap screw head as indicated above.
11.
Reposition the muffler in the correct position.
12.
Slide the muffler forward into position, aligning the studs with the rear of the catalytic converter.
13.
Install the nuts securing the muffler to the catalytic converter, but DO NOT tighten at this time.
14.
Apply a soapy solution to the following areas in order to ease the installation of the hangers.
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The inner diameter of the exhaust pipe hanger.
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The exhaust pipe hanger rod
15.
Press the exhaust pipe hangers over the exhaust pipe hanger rods.
Tighten
Tighten the muffler nuts by hand until each contacts the metal flange.
Tighten the muffler nuts to 45 Nm (33 lb-ft).
16.
Lower the vehicle.
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