Catalytic Converter: Testing and Inspection

EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY INSPECTION
^ CHECK CONNECTIONS FOR LOOSENESS OR DAMAGE.
^ CHECK CLAMPS FOR WEAKNESS, CRACKS OR DAMAGE.

THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER INSPECTION
^ CHECK FOR DENTS OR DAMAGE.
- If any part of the protector is damaged or dented to the extent that it contacts the three-way catalytic converter, repair or replace it.

HEAT INSULATOR INSPECTION
^ CHECK HEAT INSULATOR FOR DAMAGE.
^ CHECK FOR ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND HEAT INSULATOR.