2008 Dodge Durango Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Exhaust Hanger, Exhaust Pipe

Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Exhaust Pipe Installation and Repair Tips for 2008 Dodge Durango

• Q:

  How to Correctly Install an Exhaust Manifold on 2008 Dodge Durango?

  A:

  New studs which have sealer should be used to install the exhaust manifold in case the previous ones were loose. Install conical washers and nuts, and tighten them to 25 Nm positioning the manifold and gasket. Install heat shields and then attach the exhaust pipe and fix it to 34 Nm. Do similarly as with the left manifold.
• Q:

  How to Install an Exhaust Pipe on 2008 Dodge Durango?

  A:

  To install the exhaust pipe, take off any burrs and remove the pipe to the muffler, making sure to get the alignment correct. Loosely install the muffler-to-exhaust pipe clamp. If removed, put in the rear muffler and tail pipe insulators. Tighten clamp to 61Nm, check for leaks and replace band clamps after removal.
• Q:

  How to Remove and Replace a Catalytic Converter on a 3.7L/4.7L Engine on 2008 Dodge Durango?

  A:

  To change the catalytic converter of a 3.7L/4.7L engine, detach the oxygen sensor, change assemblies band clamps, and check there are no burrs and assemblies are in place. Install, but do not tighten, clearances, torque bolts and nuts. Lastly, detect exhaust leakage and seal them.