OEM 2001 Chevrolet Malibu Exhaust Manifold

2001 Chevrolet Malibu Exhaust Manifold Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the right exhaust manifold on 2001 Chevrolet Malibu?

  A: One must start the right Exhaust Manifold replacement process by removing both exhaust crossover pipe and egr pipe and disconnecting the Oxygen Sensor. The maintenance starts by elevating the vehicle followed by eliminating the Catalytic Converter then successively unscrewing the Exhaust Manifold heat shield bolts along with the heat shield. Proceed by removing Exhaust Manifold nuts and using these to remove both the Exhaust Manifold while discarding the gaskets. Start by cleaning both the Exhaust Manifold mating surface against the cylinder head and the mating surface against the Exhaust Manifold. Then install the exhaust gaskets before placing the Exhaust Manifold. Fasten the Exhaust Manifold nuts while applying torque to 16 nm (12 ft. Lbs.). Place the Exhaust Manifold heat shield back onto its position then fasten it using heat shield bolts that should be tightened to 10 nm (89 inch lbs.). Perform the following work sequence: replace the Catalytic Converter followed by lowering the car then reconnect the Oxygen Sensor and egr pipe before completing with the exhaust crossover pipe installation.