XJ-S V12-5.3L (1982)
Remove the RH steering rack gaiter heat shield (Fig 2). Remove the lambda sensor (CATALYST CARS ONLY).
Remove the front pipe to manifold securing nuts. Align the steering lower joint U/J for ease of removal. Carefully disconnect the front pipe from
the manifold.
NOTE: Rotate the front pipe through 180 degrees to ease removal (Fig 3).
Remove and discard the front pipe sealing rings. Clean the sealing ring faces, clamps and olives. Fit new sealing rings to the new RH front pipe.
Locate the front pipe assembly into position. Fit the front pipe to the manifold. Fit and tighten the securing nuts.
Refit the lambda sensor (CATALYST CARS ONLY). Refit the RH rack gaiter heat shield.
Smear the front pipe olive with sealant.
Fit the olive to the intermediate pipe. Fit and align the intermediate pipe to the front pipe.
Position the clamp over the joints, fit and tighten the clamp nut/bolt.
Lower the ramp. Refit the air cleaner.
Run the engine and check for leaks. Road test the vehicle and check that the exhaust does not foul the underbody, chassis, etc. Re-align as
necessary.
DATA
TORQUE FIGURES
Exhaust clamp nuts/bolts 15-18Nm
Front pipe to manifold 30-35Nm
SPANNER SIZES
1/2AF
9/16"AF
OILS/LUBRICANTS/SEALANTS
Exhaust sealer TIVOLI KAY ADHESIVES No 5696
