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.
Installation Procedure
- Install the left rear intermediate pipe from the vehicle.
- Position, but do not secure, the left rear intermediate pipe to the retaining clips.
- CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution .
Install the left rear intermediate pipe fitting (1) to the rear brake hose fitting and tighten the fitting to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the left rear rail retaining clips (1).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the left rail retaining clips (1).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the cross vehicle retaining clips (1).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the retaining clips (1).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the rear floor retaining clips (1).
- Install the fuel tank. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (AWD) .
Install the underbody cross sill shield (1) and the 2 nuts.
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the front floor retaining clips (1).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the retaining clip (1).
Secure the left rear intermediate pipe to the retaining clips (1).
Connect the left rear intermediate pipe fitting (1) to the BPMV and tighten the fitting to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
- Bleed the hydraulic brake system. Refer to Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Manual) Hydraulic Brake System Bleeding (Pressure) .
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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.