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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2009TORRENT FWD V6-3.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE, COOLING AND EXHAUSTENGINESERVICE AND REPAIROVERHAULREPAIR INSTRUCTIONS85. EXHAUST MANIFOLD INSTALLATION - LEFT SIDE
2009 Pontiac Torrent FWD V6-3.4L
85. Exhaust Manifold Installation - Left Side
2009 Pontiac Torrent FWD V6-3.4LSECTION 85. Exhaust Manifold Installation - Left Side
Exhaust Manifold Installation - Left Side
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
1. Install the exhaust manifold studs and tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb ft).
2. Install the exhaust manifold gasket.
3. Install the exhaust manifold.
4. Install the exhaust manifold nuts in sequence and tighten to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).
5. Install the left side spark plugs and tighten to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).
6. Install the spark plug wires to the spark plugs.
7. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield.
8. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb in).
9. Install the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve gasket (615) and the EGR assembly (612, 614) to the upper intake manifold.
10. Install the EGR valve bolts (616) and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
11. Install the EGR pipe gasket (610) and pipe (612) to the left exhaust manifold.
12. Install the EGR pipe bolts (616) and tighten to 30 Nm (22 lb ft).
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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.