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2010 Ford Focus S, Standard
Exhaust System Alignment
2010 Ford Focus S, StandardSECTION Exhaust System Alignment
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Montego, 2006 Ford Freestyle, and 2006 Ford Five Hundred. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
- Loosen the 4 Y-pipe nuts to the front and rear catalytic converters and the 2 nuts from the Y-pipe to the underbody catalytic converter.
- Replace the gasket between the Y-pipe and the underbody catalytic converter.
- Shake the exhaust cold end loose and let it hang freely to make sure the isolators are positioned between the 2 hanger rods.
- Tighten the 2 nuts from the Y-pipe to the underbody catalytic converter and the 4 nuts from the Y-pipe to the front and rear catalytic converters.
- Tighten to 40 N.m (30 lb-ft).
- Start the engine and check the exhaust system leaks.
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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.