LaCrosse V6-3.8L (2009)
Exhaust Pipe Gasket: Service and Repair
Exhaust Seal Replacement (3.8L)
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
Caution: Refer to Catalytic Converter Movement Caution (See: Catalytic Converter/Service Precautions/Technician Safety Information).
Note: Exercise caution handling the pipe that contains an oxygen sensor. Do not cut the wire. For removal or repositioning disconnect the
connector.
2. Remove the exhaust manifold nuts from the exhaust manifold pipe studs.
Note: Support the exhaust system where hangers are removed.
3. Remove the catalytic converter exhaust hangers.
4. Reposition the exhaust system.
5. Remove the exhaust manifold pipe gasket.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the exhaust manifold pipe gasket.
2. Install the exhaust system to the original position