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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2003TRAILBLAZER 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1313 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSEXHAUST CROSSOVER PIPE REPLACEMENT (3.8L)INSTALLATION 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 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the exhaust crossover pipe seal to the exhaust crossover pipe at the right exhaust manifold connection.
Install the exhaust crossover pipe.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the exhaust crossover pipe bolts and studs.
Tighten

Tighten the exhaust crossover pipe bolts and studs to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

Fig 1: Exhaust Crossover Pipe, Seal, Bolts & Studs
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Install the exhaust crossover heat shield.
Install the exhaust crossover heat shield nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the exhaust crossover heat shield nuts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).
Install the throttle body air intake duct. Refer to AIR CLEANER INTAKE DUCT .
Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (L36) or FUEL INJECTOR SIGHT SHIELD REPLACEMENT (L67) .

Fig 2: Exhaust Crossover Heat Shield & Nuts
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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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.