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EXHAUST MANIFOLDS Always compare the replacement unit to the original before installation Always start with a cold engine Removing exhaust bolts from a hot engine may damage the cylinder head threads Clean mounting surfaces are required for all exhaust manifolds See the shop manual for any warnings or special instructions for the vehicle application Use caution when replacing exhaust manifolds on aluminum heads Never reuse the exhaust manifold gaskets Torque all bolts to manufacturer s specification See the shop manual for torque specifications and sequences If the original exhaust manifold is cracked and or has a blue color check for a rich running engine or an ignition system failure If this condition is not corrected repeat failure will occur For ease of installation replace the catalytic converter and manifold as an assembly on the 1996 98 Honda Civic especially with high miles Be sure to reuse all brackets and braces Failure to do so will result in premature failure Prior to installing the oxygen sensor into the replacement manifold inspect the Oxygen sensor threads for damage Failure to do so will result in damaged threads on the replacement unit Be sure to use anti seize on the oxygen sensor threads to prevent galling of the threads
