Catalytic Converter LH

Catalytic Converter LH





Special Service Tools
Removal
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Remove the exhaust system.
4. Remove the catalytic converter.
^ Remove the nut and release the retaining clamp.





5. NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

Using the special tool, remove both H02S from the catalytic converter.

Installation

1. CAUTION: Make sure the anti-seize compound does not contact the H02S tip.

Using the special tool, install the H02S to the catalytic converter and tighten to 45 Nm (33 ft. lbs.).
^ Clean the components.
^ Apply an anti-seize compound to the thread of the HO2S.

2. NOTE: Do not tighten the retaining clamp at this stage.

Position the catalytic converter to the front muffler.
^ Clean the components.
^ Install the nut.
3. Install the exhaust system.
4. Tighten the catalytic converter retaining clamp to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
5. Connect the battery ground cable.