Catalytic Converter - LH Manifold: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford Explorer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:
Before beginning any service procedure, refer to SAFETY WARNINGS
. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.
NOTE:
Do not excessively bend, twist or allow the exhaust to hang from the flexible joint or damage to the exhaust system may occur.
NOTE:
Always install new nuts, studs and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. REFER to JACKING AND LIFTING , Lifting Points.
- Disconnect the LH HO2S
electrical connector.
- Disconnect the LH CMS
electrical connector.
- Remove the 4 bolts and the heat shield.
- Remove and discard the top 3 LH catalytic converter manifold-to-cylinder head nuts.
- Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. Refer to EXHAUST Y-PIPE - 3.5L TI-VCT or Refer to EXHAUST Y-PIPE - 3.7L TI-VCT .
- Remove and discard the lower 3 LH catalytic converter manifold-to-cylinder head nuts.
- Remove the 2 LH catalytic converter manifold support bracket-to-transmission bolts.
- Remove and discard the 6 LH catalytic converter manifold-to-cylinder head studs.