Catalytic converter, removing and installing: Removing

Removing front exhaust pipe → Front exhaust pipe, removing and installing 

Fig 1: Disconnecting 4-Pin Connectors Of Oxygen Sensors

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• Disconnect 4-pin connectors of oxygen sensors and move wires clear.

1. (Brown) to O2S Behind TWC G130 (only with engine code AMB)
2. (Black) to HO2S G39

Fig 2: Air Cleaner Cover

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• Remove air cleaner cover - arrow  -.

Fig 3: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Regulator Valve N80 And Air Duct

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• Remove bolts - arrows  -.
• Disengage EVAP canister purge regulator valve N80 - 1  - from air duct - 2  -.
• Remove both screws - arrows  - for air duct - 2  -.

Fig 4: Disconnect Wires/Unplug Connectors From

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• Disconnect wiring connectors from:

1. EVAP valve
2. Mass Air Flow sensor
3. Wastegate bypass regulator valve N75

• Disconnect hoses -4 to 7-.

Fig 5: Disconnect Wires/Unplug Connectors From

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• Disconnect hose to secondary air injection pump motor - 8  -.
• Move wiring clear.
• Unbolt air cleaner housing - 9  -.
• Remove air cleaner.

Fig 6: Removing Bolts Securing Turbocharger To Catalytic Converter

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• Remove bolts - arrows  - securing turbocharger to catalytic converter.
• Lift out catalytic converter.