OEM 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Exhaust Manifold

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier Exhaust Manifold Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to remove and install the exhaust manifold on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier?

  A: The first step when removing the Exhaust Manifold involves disconnecting the negative Battery Cable while draining part of the cooling system liquid. Start by disconnecting the generator rear brace and generator together with the driver belt and the oxygen sensor lead. After removal of the radiator inlet pipe you should raise and support the vehicle. Lower the vehicle while detaching the Exhaust Manifold from the Exhaust Pipe then remove the oil fill tube and the inlet hose assembly nut from the Exhaust Manifold. Start by taking out all Exhaust Manifold nuts before removing both the Exhaust Manifold together with its gasket. The mating surfaces at the cylinder head and Exhaust Manifold need cleaning before inspecting the manifold for breaks, cracks, and gasket surface damage as well as verifying the surface alignments with a straight edge and feeler gauge; the Exhaust Manifold replacement might be necessary if surfaces are misaligned. You should install the Exhaust Manifold Gasket followed by the Exhaust Manifold before tightening its nuts to 13 nm (115 inch lbs.). Screw and tighten the heater outlet hose assembly nut up to 25 nm (18 ft. Lbs.) then install and tighten the oil fill tube. The Exhaust Pipe goes onto the manifold when the vehicle is raised again followed by lowering the vehicle for installing the radiator inlet pipe and generator and generator rear brace. Install the Drive Belt alongside the oxygen sensor lead before reconnecting the negative Battery Cable and tightening its bolt to 16 nm (12 foot lbs.). Finally, refill the cooling system.