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Disconnect connector for Oxygen Sensor (O2S) Behind Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) G130 -arrow- and free up cable.

NOTE:  Flex joints in front exhaust pipe must not be bent more than 10 degrees, otherwise they may be damaged.

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Disconnect exhaust system at clamping sleeve -arrows-

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Remove front cross member for underbody -arrows-

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Remove bracket for exhaust system -arrows-.

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Remove catalytic converter with front exhaust pipe.

Installing: 
Installation is in reverse order of removal, note the following:

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Coat turbocharger stud bolts with hot bolt paste.

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Replace gaskets and self-locking nuts.

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Install exhaust system free of stress.

Torque specifications 

Component

Nm 

Front exhaust pipe to turbocharger

40

Tunnel bridge to body

25

Mount to subframe

25

Clamping sleeve

25

Catalytic Converter With Front Exhaust Pipe, Removing and Installing|Page 4398 > < Catalytic Converter With Front Exhaust Pipe, Removing and Installing