OEM 2006 Chevrolet Equinox Exhaust Manifold

2006 Chevrolet Equinox Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the right exhaust manifold on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox?

  A: The first step to replace the right Exhaust Manifold involves disconnecting the Oxygen Sensor electrical connector then removing the 3 exhaust crossover pipe nuts on the right Exhaust Manifold. The first step requires vehicle elevation while removing 3 Catalytic Converter retaining nuts from the Exhaust Manifold until the Catalytic Converter can be moved aside. Proceed by unscrewing and taking out the 3 Exhaust Manifold heat shield bolts and heat shields numbered 1 and 2. After removing three Exhaust Manifold nuts you should proceed to remove the Exhaust Manifold together with its gasket. Before changing the engine right Exhaust Manifold users should remove heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) and Exhaust Manifold stud components if a replacement is needed. Thoroughly clean both the Exhaust Manifold and the cylinder head where the gasket will be applied. Install any previously taken out Exhaust Manifold studs before tightening each one to a torque of 18 nm (13 ft. Lbs.). Begin by installing the ho2s sensor before putting on the Exhaust Manifold Gasket followed by the Exhaust Manifold. The Exhaust Manifold requires secure fastening through its 3 nuts while tightening them to 16 nm (12 ft. Lbs.). Fasten the upper heat shield along with the lower heat shield while installing the three heat shield bolts and torque them to 10 nm (89 inch lbs.). The Exhaust Manifold receives the Catalytic Converter and the 3 nuts must be installed. You should lower the vehicle while installing exhaust crossover pipe nuts onto the right side Exhaust Manifold and attaching the ho2s electrical connector.