Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning in the Preface section.

Installation Procedure

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (1.6L LDE, LXV, and 1.8L 2H0)

Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning in the Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning in the Preface section.
Preliminary Procedure
Raise the vehicle by its full height. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.
Tighten 17 N·m (13 lb ft)
Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft)
Tighten 20 N·m (15 lb ft)
Tighten 40 N·m (30 lb ft)
Additional links
Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement (1.6L LXT)Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Approved Equipment for Collision Repair Warning in the
Preface section.
Warning: Refer to Glass and Sheet Metal Handling Warning in the Preface section.
Disable the SIR System. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer ...
Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement
Preliminary Procedure
Remove as much power steering fluid from the remote power steering fluid
reservoir as possible.
Place drain pans under the vehicle as needed.
Hose Clamp
Procedure
Compress the power steering fluid reservoir outlet and inlet hose clamp
from the power ...
Ultra High Strength Dual Phase Steel
This information provides repair recommendations and general guidelines for
steel classified as Ultra High Strength Dual Phase Steel (Dual
Phase Steel with a tensile strength greater than 800 MPa), also known as DPX.
General Motors recommends the following when repairing or replacing this type ...