Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to LIFTING .

NOTE: Remove the brace when removing only the muffler.

Fig 1: Removing Bolts And Brace

Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Remove the bolts and the brace.

To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps.

To remove individual parts, only carry out the listed steps:

PART STEPS

Part	Steps
Muffler	1-5
Converter assembly	6-10

Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

Fig 2: Removing Parts Exhaust Hanger Bracket
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Check and, if necessary, align the exhaust system.

Item 3: Exhaust Hanger Bracket Removal Note

Remove the exhaust hanger bracket and the exhaust hanger isolator as an assembly.

Item 9: Catalyst Monitor Sensor Removal Note

Using the special tool, remove the catalyst monitor sensors.

Fig 3: Removing Catalyst Monitor Sensors Using Special Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 10: Heated Oxygen Sensor Removal Note

Using the special tool, remove the heated oxygen sensors.

Fig 4: Removing Heated Oxygen Sensors Using Special Tool
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.

Item 10: Heated Oxygen Sensor Installation Note

Apply anti-seize to the threads of the sensors before installation. Using the special tool, install the sensor.

Item 9: Catalyst Monitor Sensor Installation Note

Apply anti-seize lubricant to the threads of the sensors before installation. Using the special tool, install the sensor