Install catalytic converter

• Replace the V-ribbon clip (1).

  Parts: V-ribbon clip

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• Replace the seal (1).

  Parts: Gasket

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• Feed in and install catalytic converter.
• Lock clamp (1).

  The clamp (1) must engage audibly.

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• Tighten V-band clamp (1).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Catalytic converter to exhaust turbocharger
  V-band clamp Replace V-band clamp.	Tightening torque	19 Nm

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• Replace nuts (1).

  Parts: Nuts

• Tighten nuts (1).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Catalytic converter to holder
  M8 Nut Replace nut.	Tightening torque	28 Nm

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  NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.
• Replace pressure hose (1)

  Parts: Pressure hose

• Push on the pressure hose (1) in direction arrow up to the stop.

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE COMPLETE EXHAUST SYSTEM .
• Refer to IF INSTALLED: INSTALL THE TORSION STRUT ON THE RIGHT, AND ON THE LEFT WHERE REQUIRED .
• Refer to INSTALL THE CONNECTING SUPPORTS ON THE TUNNEL .
• Refer to INSTALL THE CENTER UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• Refer to INSTALL REAR UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE OXYGEN SENSOR MONITOR <.
• Refer to INSTALLING LAMBDA OXYGEN SENSOR .
• Refer to INSTALL THE HOLDER OF THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE RESONATOR WITH THE TOP CLEAN AIR PIPE .
• Refer to INSTALLING INTAKE SILENCER HOUSING .
• Refer to INSTALLING ACOUSTIC COVER .