Alfa Romeo Stelvio/Giulia 2.0L Catless Downpipe Install – Full Step-by-Step Guide

Описание: PARTS NEEDED/INSTRUCTIONS:

(IF DELETING EGR SYSTEM, DO THIS AT THE SAME TIME AS THIS INSTALLATION BY WELDING THE PORT SHUT ON THE NEW DOWNPIPE)

INSTRUCTIONS: Remove strut tower brace, disconnect upstream 02 sensor Remove windshield wipers, Remove cowl, Remove Wiper motor, remove coolant pipe bracket, unhook heater core line, unbolt coolant pipe 2 bolt flange, unhook lower connection on that same coolant pipe, manuever and remove coolant line, remove heat shield, unbolt downpipe, unbolt downpipe bracket (left hand side), raise car, unbolt egr, unbolt downpipe bracket (righthand side), pull catalytic converter from top.
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PARTS NEEDED:

3/8 ELECTRIC RATCHET WRENCH
3/8 OR 1/2 IMPACT WRENCH
3/8 LONG HANDLE RATCHET
3/8 FLEX HEAD RATCHET
3/8 EXTENSIONS
17MM SOCKET - WINDSHIELD WIPER NUTS
FLATHEAD SCREWDRIVER (SUPER THIN PRYBAR)
3/8 DRIVE 10MM
3/8 TO 1/4 DRIVE EXTENSION
1/4 DRIVE SWIVEL
1/4 DRIVE 10MM

TORCH

PENETRATING FLUID

OPEN ENDED FLEX HEAD RATCHET SET

DRILL (INCASE DOWNPIPE BOTTOM CONNECTION BOLTS ARE TOO BIG AND DON'T FIT WITH STOCK EXHAUST 2 BOLT FLANGE)

HIGH TEMP RTV - FOR COOLANT PIPE IF NOT REPLACING GASKET

COOLANT PIPE GASKET (OPTIONAL)

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****IF YOUR COOLANT LINE ON THE TOP OF THE ENGINE GETS DAMAGED DURING THIS INSTALL, OR BREAKS, PLEASE REFER TO MY OTHER VIDEO ON FIXING THAT LINE****

**FOR DETAILED HANDS ON INSTALLATION VIDEOS THESE ARE THE TITLES:

Benjamin Aamodt - Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 Downpipe Install

Alfa_Tech - 2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia TI 2.0L Oil Cooler Gasker Replacement

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DISCLAIMER: This video is for entertainment and informational purposes only. Any modifications or actions you perform on your vehicle are done at your own risk. I am not responsible for damage, voided warranties, or legal issues that may result from attempting these modifications. Always consult a qualified professional before making changes to your car. Certain clips are used under fair use for educational commentary. All rights to such clips belong to their respective owners.