Catalyst Shield: Service and Repair

Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle.

Notice: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.

2. Support the exhaust system.
3. Remove the catalytic converter.





4. Remove the oxygen sensor wiring harness (3) from the catalytic converter heat shield.





5. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield rivets.
6. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the catalytic converter heat shield.





2. Install the converter heat shield rivets.





3. Install the oxygen sensor wiring harness (3) to the catalytic converter heat shield.
4. Install the catalytic converter.
5. Remove the support from the exhaust system.
6. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
7. Lower the vehicle.