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3.0L Diesel

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Fig 1: Identifying Catalytic Converter Components
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  1. Position the gasket and catalyst assembly (1) into the vehicle.
  2. Install the catalytic converter bracket mounting bolt. Tighten the bolt to 25 N-m (18 ft. lbs.)
  3. Install the catalyst to diesel particulate filter (2) flange bolts. Tighten the flange bolts to 12 N-m (106 in. lbs.) at this time.
  4. Connect the downstream oxygen sensor connectors.
  5. Connect the exhaust temperature sensors.
  6. Connect the differential pressure ports (5 & 6).
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Install the catalytic converter to downstream catalytic converter clamp. Tighten to snug fit at this time.
  9. Install the catalytic to turbocharger bolts. Only finger tighten the bolts at this time.
  10. Raise and support the vehicle.
  11. Check the catalyst assembly for proper clearance. Adjust as needed.
  12. Tighten the catalyst assembly to diesel particulate filter flange bolts to 34 N-m (25 ft. lbs.) at this time.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Tighten the catalytic converter to downstream catalytic converter clamp to 50 N-m (37 ft. lbs.).
  15. Tighten the down pipe to turbocharger bolts to 20 N.m (15 ft. lbs.) and then add another 90° of rotation.
  16. Install the engine trim cover
  17. Reconnect the negative battery cable.
  18. Start the vehicle and check for exhaust leaks. Repair as necessary.