Catalytic Converter - Inlet Pipe Flange Rust

Article No.
94-5-8

03/09/94

EXHAUST SYSTEM - 2.3L - CATALYTIC CONVERTER INLET PIPE FLANGE RUST

FORD:
1987-94 TEMPO

LINCOLN-MERCURY:
1987-94 TOPAZ

ISSUE:
The catalytic converter inlet pipe flange may rust after extensive use.

ACTION:
Install a new stainless steel flange which resists rust. Refer to the following procedure for service details.





1. Remove the two (2) spring and bolt assemblies, Figure 1.

2. Cut and remove the corroded flange, Figure 1.

NOTE:
DO NOT CUT THE CATALYST PIPE OR FLARE.





3. Position the two (2) piece service flange (F33Z-5G233-A) onto the catalyst inlet pipe, Figure 2.

a. Be sure the open side of the flange faces the catalyst.

b. Secure the two (2) 5/16"-18 flange bolts.

4. Secure the catalyst to the inlet pipe with two (2) spring and bolt assemblies, Figure 2. Tighten bolts to 55 N-m.

PART NUMBER PART NAME CLASS

F33Z-5G233-A Catalytic Converter Inlet Pipe A
Flange

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: NONE
WARRANTY STATUS:
Eligible Under The Provisions Of Bumper To Bumper Warranty Coverage For 1992/94 Models, Eligible Under Basic Warranty Coverage For 1987/91 Models And Emissions Warranty Coverage For All Model Years

OPERATION DESCRIPTION TIME
940508A Remove and Replace 0.4 Hr.
Catalytic Converter Inlet Flange

DEALER CODING
BASIC PART NO. CONDITION CODE
5E212 84

OASIS CODES: 403000