Catalytic Converter

Catalytic Converter

Removal and Installation

NOTE: Do not use oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators. They may cause deterioration of the rubber.

NOTE: Oil or grease-based lubricants on the insulators may cause the exhaust hanger insulator to separate from the exhaust hanger bracket during vehicle operation.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust catalytic converter nuts.
^ To install tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove and discard the U-bolt clamp assembly from the muffler.
^ To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove and discard the 2 resonator nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
5. Remove and discard the catalytic converter exhaust hanger.
6. Remove the exhaust catalytic converter and the muffler from the vehicle as an assembly.
7. Separate the converter from the muffler.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Install new gaskets.