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.
Fastener Specifications
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application |
| Catalytic Converter Gasket |
| Exhaust Gasket |
| Exhaust Manifold Gasket |
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NOTE:
All fasteners/components listed in this table MUST BE DISCARDED and replaced with NEW after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Catalytic Converter Clamp (LH7) | 6 N.m (53 lb in) |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt (LTG) | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Bolt (LH7) | |
| First Pass: | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
| Second Pass: | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
| Final Pass: | 20 N.m (15 lb ft) |
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NOTE:
All fasteners listed in this table can be reused after removal. |
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| Application | Specification |
| Metric (English) | |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Bolt (LTG, LYX) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Nut (LYX) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Nut (LH7) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Bracket Nut @ Transmission Housing Stud (LYX) | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Brace Nut {LH7) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Clamp (LH7) | 25 N.m (18 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Clamp Bolt (LYX) | 15 N.m (11 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Bolt (LTG) | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Bolt (LH7) | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Catalytic Converter Nut (LTG, LYX) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Nut @Turbocharger (LTG) | 50 N.m (37 lb ft) |
| Catalytic Converter Stud (LH7) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Bracket Bolt (LTG) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Hanger Bracket Bolt (LTG) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Nut (LH7) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Pipe Nut (LTG, LYX) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Front Underbody Heat Shield Retainer | 1.5 N.m (13 lb in) |
| Exhaust Gas Recirculation Pipe Bolt (LH7) | 10 N.m (89 lb in) |
| Exhaust Gas Recirculation Cooler Temperature Sensor- Position 1 (LH7) | 45 N.m (33 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Intermediate Underbody Heat Shield Retainer | 1.5 N.m (13 lb in) |
| Exhaust Manifold Brace Bolt (LTG) | 25 N.m (18 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Brace Nut (LTG) | 25 N.m (18 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Fastener (LTG) | 14 N.m (10 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Muffler Heat Shield Retainer | 1.5 N.m (13 lb in) |
| Exhaust Rear Muffler Insulator Bolt (LYX) | 22 N.m (16 lb ft) |
| Exhaust Rear Underbody Heat Shield Retainer (LH7) | 1.5 N.m (13 lb in) |
| Front Cradle Brace Bolt (LTG) | 58 N.m (43 lb ft) |
| Turbocharger Heat Shield Bolt (LH7) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
| Turbocharger Heat Shield Nut (LH7) | 9 N.m (80 lb in) |
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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.