Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (Front)

Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (Front)

Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning Exhaust Service Warning.

Warning: Refer to Eye Protection Warning Eye Protection Warning.


1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.




2. Remove the rear muffler fasteners (1) and discard the exhaust gaskets (2).




3. Remove the rear catalytic converter fasteners (1) and discard the exhaust gasket (2).




4. Remove the front catalytic converter fasteners (1) and lower the front catalytic converter with the downpipe (3) , to the floor.
5. Discard the exhaust gasket (2).

Installation Procedure




1. Position the front catalytic converter and the downpipe (3) onto the cylinder head with a NEW gasket (2).
2. Loosely tighten the fasteners (1).





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

3. Install the downpipe (4) onto the rear muffler (3) with NEW gaskets (2) and tighten the fasteners (1) to 46 Nm (34 lb ft).




4. Install the downpipe (3) onto the rear catalytic converter with a NEW gasket (2) and tighten the fasteners to 46 Nm (34 lb ft).




5. Tighten the catalytic converter fasteners (1) in a criss-cross pattern 46 Nm (34 lb ft) to 46 Nm (34 lb ft).
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.