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Catalytic Converter Replacement (with Exhaust Clamp)

Fig 1: Catalytic Converter Components (With Exhaust Clamp)
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Catalytic Converter Replacement (with Exhaust Clamp)

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Preliminary Procedure

  1. Remove the engine skid plate (if equipped). Refer to Oil Pan Skid Plate Replacement (1500 with RPO NZZ) , Oil Pan Skid Plate Replacement (2500/3500 with RPO NZZ)
  2. Remove the transmission support crossmember. Refer to Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (4WD 2500 Series) , Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (4WD 1500 Series) , Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (2WD 2500 Series) , Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (2WD 1500 Series)
  3. Remove the oxygen sensors. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 1 , , Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 2 , , Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 2 Sensor 1 , and Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 2 Sensor 2 .
1 Left Exhaust Manifold Nut (Qty: 3)
WARNING:

Refer to Exhaust Service Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning .

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
50 N.m (37 lb ft)
2 Seal
3 Right Exhaust Manifold Nut (Qty: 3)
Tighten 
50 N.m (37 lb ft)
4 Seal
5 Exhaust Muffler Clamp Nut
TIP:  Replace the exhaust muffler clamp with a NEW clamp.
Tighten 
28 N.m (21 lb ft)
6 Catalytic Converter