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 Collision Sectioning 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 Dis ...
Vehicle, Engine and Transmission ID and VIN Location, Derivative and Usage
Note:: Graphic shows exemplary VIN.
The VIN plate is the legal identifier of the vehicle. The VIN plate is
located on the upper left corner of the instrument panel (I/P) and can
be seen through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle:
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Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The
system check includes the airbag sensor(s), passenger sensing system, the pretensioners,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
The airbag readiness light comes on for several ...