Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair

Catalytic Converter

WARNING: The removal of the exhaust system must only be carried out when the engine is cold.


Remove
1. Disconnect battery negative lead
2. Raise vehicle on ramp.
3. Remove oxygen sensors.







4. Remove 4 nuts/bolts securing front anti-roll bar brackets
5. Remove 6 nuts securing front pipe flanges to manifolds
6. Remove 2 nuts securing front pipe to intermediate pipe
7. With assistance, release front pipe from manifold flanges
8. With assistance, release front pipe from intermediate pipe
9. With assistance, lower anti-roll bar
10. With assistance, remove exhaust front pipe
11. Remove flange gaskets and discard

Refit
12. Reverse removal procedure