Rendezvous FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
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Exhaust Crossover Pipe: Service and Repair
Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement (LA1)
Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable.
2. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct.
3. Drain the coolant from the cooling system.
4. Remove the inlet radiator hose from the engine.
5. Remove the thermostat bypass pipe.
6. Remove the exhaust crossover heat shield bolts.
7. Remove the exhaust crossover heat shield.
8. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe studs/nuts.
9. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the exhaust crossover pipe.
2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Install the exhaust crossover pipe studs/nuts.
Tighten the exhaust crossover pipe studs/nuts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).