Catalytic Converter - RH Manifold

Catalytic Converter - 3.5L RH

Removal and Installation

1. NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of proper sealing.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe.
3. Remove the 2 bolts and the power steering rack shield.
^ To install, tighten to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).





4. Remove the roll restrictor bolt and rotate the engine forward.
^ To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.).





5. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor (CMS) electrical connector.
6. Remove the 2 catalytic converter support bracket-to-engine block nuts.
^ To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

7. Remove the 4 nuts and the RH catalytic converter.
^ Discard the 4 RH catalytic converter nuts and gasket.
^ To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 ft. lbs.).

8. Remove and discard the 4 RH catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold studs.
^ To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).

9. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Install a new gasket and nuts.