Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right
Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LP1, LY7)
Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in Service Precautions.
Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Remove the right bank exhaust manifold heat shield.
2. Remove the catalytic converter nuts.
3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
4. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the exhaust pipe from the left and right side catalytic converters.
6. Remove the exhaust pipe to right bank catalytic converter nuts.
7. Carefully remove the catalytic converter with the seal/heat shield and oxygen sensor from the exhaust manifold.
8. Remove the oxygen sensor from the catalytic converter.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the oxygen sensor to the catalytic converter.
2. Install the catalytic converter seal/heat shield to the catalytic converter.
Important: Inspect the catalytic converter seal/heat shield sealing surface. Replace the seal/heat shield if the sealing surface is worn or damaged.
3. Carefully install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
4. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold fasteners.
5. Connect the oxygen sensor electrical connector.
6. Install the exhaust pipes and nuts to the left and right side catalytic converters.
Tighten the nuts to 22 Nm (16 ft. lbs.).
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Important: Inspect the catalytic converter seal. Replace the seal if it is worn or damaged.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Tighten the catalytic converter nuts.
Tighten the nuts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
9. Install the right bank exhaust manifold heat shield.