Oxidation Catalytic Converter Replacement (Left)
Removal Procedure1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor electrical connector.
3. Remove the heated oxygen sensor from the left oxidation catalytic converter.
4. Remove the exhaust manifold pipe nuts to the exhaust manifold.
5. Remove the catalytic converter nuts attaching the left oxidation catalytic converter to the right converter.
6. Remove the left oxidation catalytic converter from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the left oxidation catalytic converter to the vehicle.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the catalytic converter nuts attaching the left oxidation catalytic converter to the right converter.
^ Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the exhaust manifold pipe nuts to the exhaust manifold.
^ Tighten the exhaust manifold pipe nuts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the heated oxygen sensor to the left oxidation catalytic converter.
^ Tighten the heated oxygen sensor to 42 Nm (31 ft. lbs.).
5. Connect the heated oxygen sensor electrical connector.
6. Lower the vehicle.