Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
- Remove the exhaust manifold nuts (2) from the exhaust manifold pipe studs.
- Remove the catalytic converter exhaust hangers.
- Reposition the exhaust system.
- Remove the exhaust manifold pipe gasket (1).
NOTE:
Refer to Catalytic Converter Movement Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Support the exhaust system where hangers are removed.