Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
REMOVAL- 3.7LCAUTION: When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Saturate the bolts and nuts with Mopar Rust Penetrant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
3. Remove the clamp holding the catalytic converter flange to the exhaust pipe(s) (Fig. 2).
4. Remove the clamp holding the catalytic converter flange to the muffler or extension pipe.
5. Remove the engine rear mount.
6. Remove the crossmember.
7. Remove the catalytic converter. You may have to loosen "n ether sections Of the exhaust-'system.
INSTALLATION
CAUTION: When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.
1. Align and connect the catalytic converter flange to the exhaust pipe.
2. Install the catalytic converter flange into the muffler or extension pipe (Fig. 3).
3. If other sections of the exhaust system where loosened in removal, refer to that information for the tightening procedures.
4. At the catalytic converter flange connections, install the clamp and nuts. Tighten the clamp nuts to 41 Nm (30 ft. lbs.) torque.
5. Install the crossmember.
6. Install the rear engine mount.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Start the engine, inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
9. Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if necessary.