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 |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Gasket |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Gasket to Exhaust Rear Muffler |
| Exhaust Manifold Gasket |
| Exhaust Pipe 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) | |
| Drivetrain And Front Suspension Frame Support Bolt | |
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60 N.m (44 lb ft) |
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30-45 degrees |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt | |
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22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
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30-45 degrees |
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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 Bracket Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Front Heat Shield Bolt | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Catalytic Converter Front Heat Shield Upper Nut | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Catalytic Converter to Front Pipe Nut | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Nut | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt M10 | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Nut | 17 N.m (13 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Bolt | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Exhaust Pipe Clamp | 30 N.m (22 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Pipe Front Hanger Insulator Nut | 17 N.m (13 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Pipe Nut | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Rear Auxiliary Muffler Bracket Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Tail Pipe Clamp | 30 N.m (22 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Tail Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Turbocharger Brace Bolt | 25 N.m (18 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.