Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

Notice: Do not over-flex or damage the flex decoupler joint when moving the flex decoupler joint from the normal mounting position. The flex decoupler joint will flex a maximum of six° which is equivalent to the pipes connected at the joint which move 1 inch for each foot length of pipe. A three foot pipe would move a maximum of three inches.





1. Raise the vehicle.
2. Support the three way catalytic converter.
3. Support the exhaust manifold pipe assembly.
4. Remove the three way catalytic converter from the intermediate pipe.





5. Remove the three way catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold pipe assembly.





6. Remove the three way catalytic converter and seals.
7. Clean the flange surfaces.


INSTALLATION PROCEDURE





1. Install the three way catalytic converter seals.





2. Install the three way catalytic converter to the intermediate pipe assembly.





3. Install the three way catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold pipe assembly.
4. Lower the vehicle.