Catalytic Converter - RH

Catalytic Converter - RH

All vehicles

1. NOTE: If necessary, the catalytic converter heat shield can be serviced separately.

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

2. Remove the CMS. For additional information, refer to Computers and Control Systems.

3. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Y-Pipe Exhaust Y-Pipe.

All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles

4. NOTE: Index-mark the driveshaft for installation.

Remove and discard the 4 U-joint flange bolts and separate the front driveshaft and secure it with a length of mechanic's wire.

- To install, tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).

5. Remove the intermediate shaft. For additional information, refer to Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints.

6. Remove the 2 catalytic converter support bracket-to-engine block bolts.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

All vehicles

7. Remove the 2 bolts and the power steering gear heat shield.
- To install, tighten to 15 Nm (133 lb-in).

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles

8. Remove the catalytic converter support bracket-to-engine block bolt and nut.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

All vehicles

9. Remove the 2 nuts and the roll restrictor shield.
- To install, tighten to 11 Nm (97 lb-in).

10. Remove the roll restrictor bolt and rotate the engine forward.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).





11. Remove the 2 bracket-to-RH catalytic converter bolts.
- To install, tighten to 20 Nm (177 lb-in).

12. Remove the 4 nuts and the RH catalytic converter.
- Discard the 4 RH catalytic converter nuts and gasket.

- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).

13. NOTICE: Prior to Installation, Inspect the CMS wiring harness for damage.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

- Install a new gasket, nuts and studs.