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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1288 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSFRONT PIPE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

Install the front pipe to the vehicle.
Install the front pipe to the front pipe hanger (2).

Fig 1: Installing Front Pipe Hanger And Heated Oxygen Sensor
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the following components to the front pipe to the Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) exhaust pipe:
- The 2 springs
- The 2 bolts
1. Tighten
2. Tighten the front pipe-to-Three Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) exhaust pipe bolts to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).
Install the following components to the exhaust manifold:
- The 2 springs
- The 2 bolts
1. Tighten
2. Tighten the front pipe-to-exhaust manifold bolts to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).
  
  Fig 2: Installing Floor Panel Brace Bolts
  Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the floor panel brace.
1. Tighten
2. Tighten the front pipe floor brace nuts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).
Install the oxygen sensors. Refer to the following procedures:
- HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 1 or HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 1 in Engine Contols-1.8L (LV6)
- HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 1 in Engine Contols-1.8L (LV6)
- HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 2 or HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 2 in Engine Controls-1.8(LNK)
- HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR 2 in Engine Controls-1.8(LNK)
Lower the vehicle.

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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.