Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side

Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

Warning:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning Service Precautions.


Warning:
Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning Protective Goggles and Glove Warning.






1. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side.

2. Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).

3. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement Service and Repair.





4. Remove the catalytic converter brace bolt (2).

5. Remove the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold.

6. Remove and discard the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold seal (1).

Installation Procedure





1. Install a NEW exhaust manifold seal (1) onto the catalytic converter.

2. Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.

Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the catalytic converter brace bolt (2).

Tighten the bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).





4. Install the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement Service and Repair.

5. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).

Tighten the nuts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

6. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side.