Catalytic Converter - 2.3L Manifold: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mercury Mariner and 2007 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the exhaust flexible pipe. For additional information, refer to Exhaust Flexible Pipe .
- Remove the 2 catalytic converter bracket bolts.
- Remove the 6 heat shield bolts and the heat shield.
- Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) and the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connectors.
- Remove and discard the 7 catalytic converter manifold nuts.
- Remove the catalytic converter from the vehicle.
- Discard the catalytic converter manifold gasket.
- Remove and discard the 7 catalytic converter manifold studs.
- Clean and inspect the catalytic converter manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION article.