Rugged Ridge Stainless Steel Header, 3.8L, 07-11 Jeep Wrangler - Manual (Page 3)

07-09 JK EXHAUST HEADER KIT
17650.53
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Step 11. Install the driver side header, and gasket.
The header will have to be angled down
when installing. Install the upper flange bolts
with a small amount of thread locker applied.
Use caution installing the manifold bolts into
the aluminum head. Torque bolts to 20 ft-lbs. Step 12. Install the passenger side header, and
gasket. Install the upper flange bolts with
the exception of the top left and right bolts.
These bolts will be used to hold the factory
heat shield in place. Install the down pipe
flange bolts on each side
Step 13. Install the passenger side heat shield
using the remaining two flange bolts and
heat shield brace bolt. Step 14. Install the heat shield boots on all of the
plug wires. The longer boot goes on the #6
driver side rear plug wire. Reinstall all the
spark plug wires on the spark plugs.
Step 15. Remove the second valve cover stud nut
from the front on the driver side. Place the
supplied clamp around the rear driver side
plug wire. Secure the clamp on the
valve cover stud. Step 16. Reinstall the battery tray, battery, power
fuse box, steering reservoir and bracket, and air
box. Start motor and check for exhaust leaks.
REV 12/14