SL2 L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7 (1997)
Exhaust Pipe: Service and Repair
Exhaust Manifold to Front Pipe Gasket
REMOVAL
1. Loosen front exhaust pipe support clamp nut and slide clamp off bracket attached to engine.
2. Remove exhaust pipe-to-exhaust manifold fasteners.
CAUTION: Excessive movement of the pipe can damage the flex pipe.
3. Pull down front exhaust pipe just enough to remove gasket.
4. Remove the old gasket and discard.
INSTALLATION
1. Install a new exhaust pipe-to-manifold gasket on the studs.
2. Install and torque the exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold fasteners. Torque to 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.).
3. Install front exhaust pipe clamp support to engine stiffening bracket bolts and pipe clamp bolt, if removed. Torque Clamp Support to Engine
Bracket to 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.). Torque Clamp Support to Front Exhaust Pipe to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
4. Check the entire exhaust system for leaks.