Part Description: 2001 GMC Savana 1500 Engine Exhaust Manifold
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Vehicle Fitment
2001 GMC Savana 1500 | Base, SLE, SLT | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.7 L GAS
FAQ for Exhaust Manifold Repair
Q: What is the recommended torque for the catalytic converter pipe to manifold flange bolts?
A:
The recommended torque is 65 Nm (48 ft. lbs.).
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the right exhaust manifold (5.7L)?
A:
You need to remove the exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifold, the engine cover, the air cleaner assembly, the oil level indicator tube, and the exhaust manifold, and clean all sealing surfaces.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the left exhaust manifold?
A:
You need to remove the exhaust pipe and the engine cover, disconnect the EGR valve pipe from the exhaust manifold, remove the spark plugs and the exhaust manifold, and clean all sealing surfaces.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the exhaust seal?
A:
You need to raise and suitably support the vehicle, remove the catalytic converter pipe to the exhaust manifold flange nuts and the catalytic converter pipe from the exhaust manifold, remove and discard the seal, inspect the exhaust manifold studs, and remove any damaged studs.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the exhaust manifold (Left)?
A:
You need to install the exhaust manifold, connect the EGR valve pipe to the manifold, install the spark plugs, the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold, and the engine cover.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the exhaust seal?
A:
You need to install any studs, the catalytic converter pipe, and the NEW seal to the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter pipe to exhaust manifold flange nuts, lower the vehicle, and inspect for any exhaust leaks and proper alignment of the exhaust system.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
Q: How to install the right exhaust manifold (5.7L)?
A:
You need to install the exhaust manifold, the oil level indicator tube, the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold, the air cleaner assembly, and the engine cover.
By Bob
GM Specialist
01/11/2022
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FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the procedure to modify the ring flange?
A:
The procedure is to lower the exhaust system, remove and discard the existing Exhaust Pipe seals, mark each of the three standoffs on both the rings 2 mm (0.08 in) down, grind the ring flange standoffs to the marks, install new exhaust pipe seals, raise the exhaust pipe into position, hand start the ring flange to exhaust manifold fasteners, and draw the ring flanges toward the exhaust manifold seal faces.
Q: What should be noticed when replacing the muffler?
A:
The Muffler is serviced as one complete unit with an exhaust pipe and tailpipe. Some variations of vehicles may have an aftermarket tailpipe added. When the vehicle is raised on the hoist it must be raised by the frame to allow the rear axle to be lowered.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the exhaust heat shield (frame)?
A:
You need to raise and suitably support the vehicle, remove the exhaust system, the bolts retaining the heat shield, and the heat shield.