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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C2500, 6.0 UREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1054 (ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSCATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT (6.6L)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Turbocharger Exhaust Pipe & Clamps

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Apply water based lubricant to the exhaust pipe hanger bracket, in order to aid in installation.
Install the catalytic converter.
Slide the down turbocharger exhaust pipe to catalytic converter clamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten the turbocharger exhaust pipe to catalytic converter clamp.
Tighten: Tighten the clamp to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Catalytic Converter, Particulate Filter & Nuts

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Install the catalytic converter to particulate filter nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 45 N.m (33 lb ft).

Fig 3: Transmission Support Crossmember (6.0L, 6.6L, and 8.1L Engines)

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Install the transmission support crossmember.
Install the transmission support crossmember bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

Fig 4: Identifying Transmission Mount Nuts

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Lower the transmission onto the transmission support.
Install the transmission mount to transmission support nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).
Remove the support from the transmission.
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.