Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair

Exhaust Manifold Attachment:

The front exhaust pipe is serviced only as part of the oxidation catalytic converter. When this pipe requires replacement, the pipe and converter must be replaced as a unit.

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Raise vehicle and suitably support.
2. Oxygen sensor.
3. Exhaust pipe nuts from manifold.
4. Support the converter and remove bolts/screws from the rear of the converter.
5. Converter and pipe.

INSTALL OR CONNECT
1. Converter and pipe.
2. Exhaust pipe nuts to manifold.

Tighten
Nuts to 53 Nm (39 lb ft).

3. Oxygen sensor.
4. Bolts/screws from the rear of the converter.

Tighten
Bolts/screws to 47 Nm (35 lb ft).

5. Lower vehicle.