Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
FRONT CONVERTER REMOVAL1. Unplug oxygen sensor connector.
2. Raise vehicle and support in a safe manner.
Converter To Rear Pipe Connection:
3. Separate front coverter from rear exhaust pipe.
Front Pipe To Head Connection:
4. Remove bolts holding front exhaust pipe to cylinder heads.
Front Pipe Hanger:
5. Remove front exhaust pipe with converter from hanger bracket.
Front Converter:
6. Separate front exhaust pipe from converter.
FRONT CONVERTER INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Use new gaskets.
1. Install front converter to exhaust pipe. Tighten fasteners to 18 - 26 ft lb (25-35 Nm).
2. Install converter/exhaust pipe assembly. Temporarily tighten hanger bracket bolt.
3. Install bolts that hold exhaust pipe to cylinder head. Tighten to 18 - 26 ft lb (25-35 Nm).
4. Install converter to rear exhaust pipe. Tighten to 22 - 30 ft lb (30 - 40 Nm).
5. Tighten hanger bracket bolt to 7 - 12 ft lb (10 - 16 Nm).