Neon L4-2.0L VIN C (1998)
11. Remove exhaust pipe from manifold. Discard manifold to flex joint gasket, if LEV equipped.
12. Remove lower exhaust manifold heat shield.
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13. Remove lower exhaust manifold retaining fasteners.
14. Lower vehicle and remove upper exhaust manifold retaining fasteners.
15. Remove manifold and gasket.
INSTALLATION
NOTE: Discard gasket and clean all gasket surfaces of manifolds and cylinder head.
1. Position exhaust manifold and gasket in place. Apply Mopar(R) Stud and Bearing Mount to fasteners and tighten to 23 Nm (200 inch lbs.) starting
at center and progressing outward in both directions. Repeat this procedure until all fasteners are at specified torque.
2. Install exhaust manifold lower and upper heat shields.
3. Install generator spill shield.
4. Attach power steering reservoir and bracket to cylinder head.
5. Tension generator belt.
6. Connect upstream heated oxygen sensor connector.
7. Replace manifold to flex joint gasket, if LEV equipped.
8. Attach exhaust pipe and tighten fasteners to 28 Nm (250 inch lbs.).
9. Install right side splash shield.
10. Inspect quick connect fuel line fitting for damage-replace if necessary. Apply a light amount of clean engine oil to fuel inlet tube. Connect fuel
supply hose to fuel tube. Check connection by pulling on connector to ensure it locked into position.
11. Install air cleaner bracket and assembly.
12. Connect negative cable to battery.
