Savana 3/4 Ton Van V6-4.3L VIN X (2003)
8. Remove the exhaust manifold bolts through the wheelhouse.
9. Remove the exhaust manifold with the exhaust manifold gaskets and the spark plug wire shields from the engine.
10. Clean all gasket surfaces
Installation Procedure
Important: To assist in installing the exhaust manifold to the engine, the tabs on a NEW exhaust manifold gasket will hold the gasket and the bolts in
place.
1. Sub-assemble the NEW gaskets. the spark plug wire shields, and the bolts to the exhaust manifold.
2. Ensure that the exhaust manifold bolts are held in place by the tabs on the exhaust manifold gaskets.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the exhaust manifold.
3.1.
Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts - First Pass to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
3.2.
Tighten the exhaust manifold bolts - Second Pass to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the catalytic converter assembly.
5. Install the starter.
