Catalytic Converter - 3.0L LH Manifold: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Milan, 2006 Lincoln Zephyr, and 2006 Ford Fusion. 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 .
- Remove and discard the oil filter.
- Remove the oil level indicator and tube. For additional information, refer to ENGINE - 3.0L (4V) .
- Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) and the catalyst monitor sensor (CMS). For additional information refer to ELECTRONIC ENGINE CONTROLS - 3.0L (4V) .
- Remove the 2 LH catalytic converter-to-exhaust flexible pipe nuts.
- Discard the gasket and the 2 nuts.
- Remove the 4 bolts and the LH catalytic converter manifold shield.
- Remove the 2 LH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket bolts and the shield bracket.
- Loosen the 2 LH catalytic converter manifold bracket bolts.
- Remove the 6 nuts and the LH catalytic converter manifold.
- Discard the 6 LH catalytic converter manifold nuts and the gasket.
- Remove and discard the 6 LH catalytic converter manifold studs.
- Clean and inspect the manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM-GENERAL INFORMATION .