Catalytic Converter: Testing and Inspection

EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY INSPECTION:
1. CHECK CONNECTION FOR LOOSENESS OR DAMAGE
2. CHECK CLAMPS FOR WEAKNESS, CRACKS OR DAMAGE
THREE-WAY CATALYTIC CONVERTER (TWC) INSPECTION:
CHECK FOR DENTS OR DAMAGE:
- If any part of the protector is damaged or dented to the extent that it touches the TWC, repair or replace it.
HEAT INSULATOR INSPECTION:
1. CHECK HEAT INSULATOR FOR DAMAGE.
2. CHECK FOR ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN TWC AND HEAT INSULATOR FRONT TWC AND REAR TWC REPLACEMENT.