FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Catalytic Converter: Testing and Inspection

1. CHECK CONNECTIONS FOR LOOSENESS OR DAMAGE.
2. CHECK CLAMPS FOR WEAKNESS, CRACKS OR DAMAGE.





3. CHECK PROTECTOR FOR DENTS OR DAMAGE.
- If any part of protector is damaged or dented to the extent that it contacts the three-way catalytic converter, repair or replace it.
4. CHECK HEAT INSULATOR FOR DAMAGE.





5. CHECK FOR ADEQUATE CLEARANCE BETWEEN TWC AND HEAT INSULATOR.