Exhaust Y-Pipe - 3.0L: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. 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 JACKING & LIFTING .
- Disconnect the LH Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) electrical connector.
- Remove and discard the two 10-mm exhaust catalytic converter-to-exhaust Y-pipe spring nuts.
- Remove and discard the 4 exhaust Y-pipe nuts and remove the Y-pipe.
- Discard the gaskets.
NOTE:
Only use hand tools when removing or installing the spring nuts or damage may occur to the exhaust Y-pipe flange studs.
NOTE:
When loosening the converter-to-exhaust Y-pipe spring nuts, alternately loosen the nuts from side to side.
NOTE:
Remove the exhaust Y-pipe gasket by simultaneously pulling up and twisting the gasket off the pipe. Do not pry under the gasket or damage to the flange may occur.