Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side

Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure

Warning: In order to avoid being burned, do not service the exhaust system while it is still hot. Service the system when it is cool.

Warning: Always wear protective goggles and gloves when removing exhaust parts as falling rust and sharp edges from worn exhaust components could result in serious personal injury.






1. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side Service and Repair.
2. Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).
3. Remove the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement Service and Repair.






4. Remove the catalytic converter brace bolt (2).
5. Remove the catalytic converter from the exhaust manifold.
6. Remove and discard the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold seal (1).

Installation Procedure






1. Install a NEW exhaust manifold seal (1) onto the catalytic converter.
2. Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.

Caution: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners, or fastener joint surfaces, unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems. When using fasteners that are threaded directly into plastic, use extreme care not to strip the mating plastic part(s). Use hand tools only, and do not use any kind of impact or power tools. Fastener should be hand tightened, fully seated, and not stripped.

3. Install the catalytic converter brace bolt (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).






4. Install the exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe Replacement Service and Repair.
5. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).

6. Install the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Left Side Service and Repair.