Catalytic Converter, Removing And Installing

Removing 

-- Disconnect all connectors from the heated oxygen sensors.

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-- Remove the intake manifold upper section. Refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD UPPER SECTION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the coolant pipe from the heat shield -arrows-. Remove the bolts -1- and then remove the heat shield and intake manifold support.

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-- Remove all heated oxygen sensors. Refer to HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the front exhaust pipe from the exhaust manifolds -arrows-.

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-- Remove the noise insulation. Refer to OVERVIEW - NOISE INSULATION .

FWD Vehicles:

-- Remove the heat shield above the right drive axle.

-- Loosen the exhaust system bracket -arrows-.

AWD Vehicles:

-- Remove the right drive axle heat shield from the bevel box -arrows-.

-- Remove the driveshaft heat shield if equipped.

All Vehicles:

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-- Disengage the mounting -2- and loosen the clamping sleeve -3-.

-- Remove the front exhaust pipe with the catalytic converter and front muffler -1-.

Installing:

Install in reverse order of removal while noting the following:

-- If equipped, use the transportation protection, to install the front exhaust pipe with catalytic converter and front muffler.

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-- After assembly, remove the transportation protection -arrows-.

• Replace the seals and self-locking nuts.

Tightening Specifications:

• Refer to OVERVIEW - EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM