Exhaust Flexible Pipe — LH, 3.5L GTDI

Removal

NOTICE: Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible pipe or damage to the exhaust system may occur.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, REFER to Section 100-02 .

2. If equipped, release the 4 retainers and remove the underbody shield.

3. Remove the 2 LH exhaust flexible pipe-to-LH catalytic converter nuts.
   • Discard the nuts.

4. Remove the 2 LH exhaust flexible pipe-to-underbody catalytic converter nuts.
   • Discard the nuts and gasket.
   • Remove the LH exhaust flexible pipe.

Installation

NOTICE: Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible pipe or damage to the exhaust system may occur.

1. Install the LH exhaust flexible pipe with a new gasket and fasteners.
   • Hand-tighten all fasteners.

2. Tighten the LH exhaust flexible pipe-to-underbody catalytic converter nuts.
   • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

3. NOTE: Make sure the LH exhaust flexible pipe is straight and is approximately 25 mm (0.984 in) from all components.

   Tighten the LH exhaust flexible pipe-to-LH catalytic converter nuts.
   • Alternately tighten the 2 nuts to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

4. If equipped, install the 4 retainers and the underbody shield.