Catalytic Converter: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Remove the engine appearance cover.

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1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe mounting retainer.
  Torque
  
  : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
2. Loosen the air cleaner outlet pipe clamps and remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
  Torque
  
  : 89 lb.in (10 Nm)
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Disconnect and remove the tube.

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Detach the wiring harness retainer, then disconnect the HO2S and catalyst monitor sensor electrical connectors.

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Remove the bolts and the subframe support bracket.
Torque

: 35 lb.ft (47 Nm)

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NOTE: Make sure that the exhaust flexible pipe is not forcibly bent or twisted.

Support the exhaust flexible pipe with a support wrap or suitable splint. Use the General Equipment: Cable Ties

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Tighten the nuts in this sequence.
- Remove the catalytic converter mounting bracket nuts.
  Torque
  
  :1: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) 2: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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1. Tighten the nuts in this sequence. Remove and discard the nuts and gasket.
  Torque
  
  : 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)
2. Remove the bolts.
  Torque
  
  : 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)
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Remove the catalytic converter brackets.

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NOTE: During installation, tighten the nut finger tight at this stage.
1. Remove and discard the clamp.
  Torque
  
  : 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
2. Remove the catalytic convertor.

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