Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Fastener Specifications
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application |
| Catalytic Converter Gasket |
| Catalytic Converter Seal |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Gasket |
| Exhaust Gasket |
| Exhaust Manifold Gasket |
| Exhaust Muffler Gasket |
| Turbocharge Oil Feed Pipe Seal Rings |
| Warm Up Three-Way Catalytic Converter Gasket |
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Catalytic Converter Clamp (LE2) | 15 N.m (11 lb ft) |
| Turbocharger Clamp Fastener (LUV) | 13 N.m (115 lb in) |
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NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Bolt (LE2) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Nut (LE2) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Nut @ Transmission (LE2) | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Fastener (LUV) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter @ Cylinder Head Fastener (2H0) | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter @ Exhaust Front Pipe Fastener (2H0) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Front Heat Shield Fastener | 3 N.m (27 lb in) |
| Catalytic Converter Nut (LE2) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Clamp Fastener (LUV, 2H0) | 50 N.m (37 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Crossover Pipe Heat Shield Fastener | 3 N.m (27 lb in) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe @ Catalytic Converter Fastener (LUV) | 22N.m(16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe @ Exhaust Muffler Fastener (2H0) | 17 N.m (13 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Fastener (LUV, 2H0) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Nut (LE2) | 17 N.m (13 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe @ Warm Up 3 - Way Catalytic Converter Fastener (LUV) | 17 N.m (13 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Brace Fastener (2H0) | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolt (LUV) | 8 N.m (71 lb in) |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Fastener (2H0) | 8 N.m (71 lb in) |
| Exhaust Muffler Clamp (LUV) | 50 N.m (37 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Muffler Fastener (2H0) | 17 N.m (13 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Pipe Clamp (LE2) | 50 N.m (37 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Rear Muffler Heat Shield Retainer | 3 N.m (27 lb in) |
| Heated Oxygen Sensor (2H0) | 42 N.m (31 lb ft) |
| Wiring Harness Bracket Fastener (2H0) | 15 N.m (11 lb ft) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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