Maintenance Manual for J2 Sedan
Mechanical Part of Engine
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2) Installation
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Install with steps contrary to dismantlement.
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Tightening torque: 38-52 N·m
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Replace the exhaust pipe gasket when reassembling the exhaust system each time.
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Repair or replace the seriously distorted heat shield. Eliminate the accumulations from the heat
shield.
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When install the heat shield, try to avoid wide clearance or blockage and intervention between the
heat shield and each exhaust pipe.
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Eliminate the sediments from the sealed face of each joint. Such joints should be firmly connected
to avoid gas leakage.
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Pre-tighten the fixing nuts and bolts on exhaust manifold side and those on vehicle side. Check
whether there is any intervention between parts, and then tighten the parts to specified torque.
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When install the fixing rubber, avoid excessive upward/downward and leftward/rightward twist or
stretch.
3) Check after Installation
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Verify clearance between rear muffler and rear bumper.
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WIth engine running, check the connecting position of exhaust pipe for air leakage and abnormal
noise.
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Ensure that the fixing support and the fixing rubber have been properly mounted. Do not subject
them to excessive force. Improper installation may result in considerable noise and shake.