Tightening Flange Nuts - Mazda 1983 RX7 Service Manual

CATALYST PELLETS & MODIFICATION OF SECONDARY AIR SYS
Fig. 24: Installing New Lock Washer on Converter
12. Install the exchange converter on the customer's vehicle
using new gaskets, new spring washers and new nuts.
NOTE: Be sure to install the converter correctly. The drain plugs
must be on the upper side.
13. Tighten the flange nuts to specified torque. See Fig. 25.
Specified Torque: 55-80 N-m (41-59 ft-lb)
Fig. 25:

Tightening Flange Nuts

14. Return the tip of the exhaust pipe lower cover to the
original shape.
CAUTION: Be careful not to cut your fingers on the edge of the
lower cover.
15. Re-install the pellet converter lower cover using new bolts.
16. Re-install the silencer hangers disconnected at Step 4.
17. Re-install the split air pipe using new gasket.
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1983 Mazda RX7
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