Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENT
INSTALLATION HINT: Installation is the reverse order of removal.
REMOVE CONVERTER
- Jack up the vehicle.
- Check that the converter is cool.
- Remove the 2 bolts and exhaust pipe clamp.
Torque: 29 Nm (22 ft lb)
- Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the bracket.
Torque: 19 Nm (14 ft lb)
- Remove the 2 bolts and 2 nuts holding the front exhaust pipe to the center exhaust pipe.
Torque: 56 Nm (41 ft lb)
- Remove the 4 nuts holding the front exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifolds.
Torque: 62 Nm (46 ft lb)
- Remove the front exhaust pipe and 3 gaskets.
INSTALLATION HINT: Install 3 new gaskets.