Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair

Exhaust System Components:

CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
^ Raise and suitably support vehicle.
1. Two bolts, two springs securing front pipe to catalytic converter.
2. Two bolts and two nuts securing catalytic converter to muffler/tail pipe assembly.
3. One bolt and hanger from front of catalytic converter.
4. One bolt and hanger from rear of catalytic converter and remove catalytic converter from vehicle.

CLEAN
^ Gasket and seal mating surfaces.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Catalytic converter to vehicle and secure with two bolts and two hangers at front and rear of catalytic converter.
2. Two bolts and two nuts securing catalytic converter to muffler/tail pipe assembly. Do not tighten fully.
3. Two bolts, two springs securing front pipe to catalytic converter. Do not tighten fully.

ADJUST
^ Align all system components properly to prevent any noise or vibrations before tightening fasteners.

TIGHTEN
^ Front pipe-to-catalytic converter bolts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
^ Catalytic converter-to-muffler/tail pipe assembly bolts and nuts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).