Removal - Maniverter

REMOVAL - MANIVERTER





WARNING: THE NORMAL OPERATING TEMPERATURE OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS VERY HIGH. THEREFORE, NEVER ATTEMPT TO SERVICE ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST SYSTEM UNTIL IT IS COOLED. SPECIAL CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN WORKING NEAR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CONVERTER RISES TO A HIGH LEVEL AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF ENGINE OPERATION TIME.

NOTE: Before replacing a catalytic converter, determine the root cause of failure. Most catalytic converter failures are caused by air, fuel or ignition problems. Refer to the appropriate service diagnostic information for repair procedures.

1. Remove under floor catalytic converter.

NOTE: When replacement is required on any component of the exhaust system, original equipment parts (or equivalent) must be used.

2. Lower vehicle.
3. Remove secondary thermostat.
4. Remove maniverter mounting bolts.
5. Remove maniverter and gasket from the engine compartment.