Sundance V6-181 3.0L SOHC (1994)
Inspect exhaust manifolds for damage or cracks and check distortion of the cylinder head mounting surface and exhaust crossover mounting surface with
a straightedge and thickness gauge.
INSTALLATION
Fig. 21 Identify Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
NOTE: Install the gaskets with the numbers 1-3-5 embossed on the top on the rear bank and those with numbers 2-4-6 on the front, Radiator side, bank.
1. Install rear exhaust manifold and tighten attaching nuts to 20 Nm (175 in. lbs.).
2. Attach exhaust pipe to exhaust manifold and tighten shoulder bolt to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
3. Attach crossover pipe to exhaust manifold and tighten bolt to 69 Nm 51 ft. lbs.).
4. Connect heated oxygen sensor lead.
5. Install front exhaust manifold and attach exhaust crossover.
6. Install front manifold heat shield and tighten attaching screws to 15 Nm (130 in. lbs.).
