Contour V6-153 2.5L DOHC (1996)
13.
Install new DPFE hoses. See Figure 2.
14.
Tighten rear (right) catalyst/exhaust manifold retaining nuts in sequence shown in Figure 1, to 18-22 Nm (13-16 lb/ft).
15.
Install oxygen sensor into rear (right) catalyst/exhaust manifold. Tighten sensor 35-46 Nm (26-34 lb/ft).
16.
Route oxygen sensor wiring to oxygen sensor. Do not connect wiring.
17.
Position alternator back into position, then install retaining bolts.
18.
Install alternator rear bracket. Tighten retaining bolt 20-30 Nm (15-22 lb/ft).
19.
Install serpentine drive belt on alternator pulley.
20.
Connect alternator electrical wiring.
21.
Position right driveshaft bearing support bracket, then install retaining bolts. Tighten bolts to 21-32 Nm (15-23 lb/ft).
22.
Install right driveshaft bearing support shield, then install retaining nuts.
23.
Install right wheelwell splash shield.
24.
Position Y-pipe on mounting bracket and both catalyst/exhaust manifolds.
25.
Install Y-pipe mounting bracket retaining nut.Do not torque retaining nut at this time.
26.
Install Y-pipe-to-both catalyst/exhaust manifold flange retaining nuts. Tighten nuts 34-46 Nm (26-33 lb/ft).
27.
Tighten Y-pipe mounting bracket retaining nut to 30-40 Nm (22-30 lb/ft).
28.
Install flex-pipe hanger to underbody.
29.
Install new gaskets on muffler inlet and flex-pipe inlet.