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Catalytic Converter - 3.0L LH Manifold: Installation

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  1. Install the 6 new LH catalytic converter manifold studs.
    • Tighten to 11 Nm (8 lb-ft).
  2. Position a new LH catalytic converter manifold gasket on the studs.
  3. Position the LH catalytic converter manifold and finger tighten the 6 new nuts.
  4. Install a new gasket and the 2 nuts at the LH catalytic converter-to-exhaust flexible pipe.
    • Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    5. CAUTION: Failure to tighten the catalytic converter manifold nuts to specification before installing the converter bracket bolts will cause the converter to develop an exhaust leak.
    CAUTION: Failure to tighten the catalytic converter manifold nuts to specification a second time will cause the converter to develop an exhaust leak.
    NOTE: Make sure to tighten the nuts in the sequence shown in 2 stages.
  5. Position the LH catalytic converter manifold and tighten the 6 new nuts in the sequence shown, in 2 stages.
    • Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
    • Stage 2: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
      Fig 1: Identifying Catalytic Converter Manifold Nuts Tightening Sequence
      G04682374Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the shield bracket and the 2 LH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket bolts.
    • Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  7. Tighten the 2 LH catalytic converter manifold bracket bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
  8. Position the LH catalytic converter manifold shield and install the 4 bolts.
    • Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
  9. Install the 2 LH catalytic converter-to-exhaust flexible pipe nuts in 3 stages:
    • Stage 1: Tighten the passenger side nut to 5 Nm (44 lb-in).
    • Stage 2: Tighten the driver side nut to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
    • Stage 3: Tighten the passenger side nut to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  10. Install the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) and the catalyst monitor sensor (CMS). For additional information refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS - 3.0L (4V) .
  11. Install the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 3.0L (4V) .
  12. Install a new oil filter.
    • Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
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