Start the engine – PerTronix Dougs Headers D6682 User Manual
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Part No. 0110-003077
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6.
With the wheels straight and steering column in the locked position, remove the upper
bolt on the steering shaft at the rack and pinion (See Photo A).
7.
Using a small amount of force, pull the shaft up about ½” and back to disengage it from
the steering shaft universal joint.
8.
Clean the head surface of any carbon deposits or other foreign material.
9.
Apply a THIN film of Ultra Copper Hi-Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer to the header
side of the supplied gasket and glue it to the header. Masking tape can be used to help
stick the gasket to the manifold.
10. Apply a THIN film of Ultra Copper Hi-Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer to the header
side of the gasket.
11. Apply anti-seize to the stock header bolts.
12. Install the O
2
sensor into the header before inserting the header into the engine
compartment (O
2
extension harnesses supplied).
13. Insert the left side header into the engine bay from below. Install the bolts.
14. Tighten all bolts evenly to ensure a proper gasket seal to the head.
15. Re-install the steering shaft into the coupler. Slide the shaft down into the socket and
tighten the bolt.
RIGHT SIDE:
1. Remove the right side stock manifold and all studs.
Very Important: Use a 5mm hex socket for the studs.
2. Clean the head surface of any carbon deposits or other foreign material.
3. Apply a THIN film of Ultra Copper Hi-Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer to the header
side of the supplied gasket and glue it to the header. Masking tape can be used to help
stick the gasket to the manifold.
4. Apply a THIN film of Ultra Copper Hi-Temp Sensor-Safe Silicone Sealer to the header
side of the gasket.
5. Apply anti-seize to the stock header bolts.
6. Insert the right side header into the engine bay from below.
7. Install the bolts.
8. Tighten all bolts evenly to ensure a proper gasket seal to the head.
9. Re-install the O
2
sensors in the correct position (O
2
extension harnesses supplied).
10. Connect to exhaust system.
11. Connect the negative battery cable.
START THE ENGINE
Start the engine and allow it to warm up to operating temperature. Check for any unusual
noises or exhaust leaks. If everything is OK, stop the engine and tighten all bolts while
the engine is still warm.
NOTE: Check the bolts periodically to make sure they have not loosened. Re-tighten
after the first 500 miles and then again at 1000 miles