Highlander 4WD V6-3.3L (3MZ-FE) Hybrid (2007)
2. INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE SUB-ASSEMBLY FRONT NO.3
a) Install 2 new gaskets and the exhaust pipe front No.3 with the 2 bolts and 2 new nuts.
Torque: 56 Nm (571 kgf-cm, 41 ft. lbs.)
3. INSTALL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY CENTER
a) Inspect the compression spring.
1) Using vernier calipers, measure the free length of the compression spring.
Minimum length: 41.5 mm (1.634 inch)
HINT: If the free length is less than the minimum, replace the compression spring.
b) Fully insert a new gasket to the exhaust pipe subassembly front No.3.
c) Using a plastic hammer, uniformly strike the gasket so that the gasket and exhaust pipe front NO.3.
NOTICE:
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Be careful with the installation direction of the gasket.
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Do not reuse the gasket.
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To ensure a proper seal, do not use the exhaust pipe to press the gasket onto the exhaust pipe front NO.3.