Express 1500 RWD V8-5.3L (2008)
Exhaust Manifold: Service and Repair
Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side
Exhaust Manifold Replacement - Right Side (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.3L) (See: Catalytic Converter/Service
and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.8L, and 5.3L ) (See: Catalytic Converter/Service and Repair)Catalytic Converter Replacement
(6.0L - Right) ()Catalytic Converter Replacement (6.0L - Left) ()Catalytic Converter Replacement (6.6L (LMM)) (See: Catalytic
Converter/Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
3. Remove the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement (See: Engine/Engine Lubrication/Engine Oil Dip Stick -
Dip Stick Tube/Service and Repair) .
4. Remove the exhaust manifold, bolts and exhaust manifold.
5. Clean all sealing surfaces.
Installation Procedure
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice .
1. Install the exhaust manifold and bolts.
1. Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts - First Pass to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
2. Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts - Second Pass to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
2. Install the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator and Tube Replacement (See: Engine/Engine Lubrication/Engine Oil Dip Stick -
Dip Stick Tube/Service and Repair) .
3. Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (4.3L) (See: Catalytic Converter/Service and