Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Oxygen sensor.
2. Support converter.
3. Cut intermediate exhaust pipes at the converter using J 2900 or equivalant. Cut as close to welds as tool will permit.
4. Front pipe bolts at exhaust manifold.
5. Converter.
6. Remaining portions of the converter inlet/outlet from the intermediate pipe/resonator assembly.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Converter. Position intermediate pipe/resonator assembly for proper clearance to underbody during converter installation.
2. (2) "U" bolt type clamps.
- Tighten Nut to 40 Nm (30 ft lb).
3. Front pipe attaching bolts.
- Tighten bolts to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
4. Oxygen sensor.