Catalytic Converter: Removal

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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 HO2S. Refer to: Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) .
Remove the bolts and the catalytic converter heat shield.
Torque: 89 lb.in (10 Nm)

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Remove the catalyst monitor sensor. Refer to: Catalyst Monitor Sensor .
Remove the retainers and the shield.

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Remove the catalytic converter bracket bolts.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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Remove the retainers and the underbody shield.

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Remove the nuts and the brace.
Torque: 33 lb.ft (45 Nm)

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Remove the muffler and tailpipe. Refer to: Muffler and Tailpipe .
Remove the bolts from the exhaust isolator bracket to the subframe.
Torque: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

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- Remove and discard the catalytic converter nuts.
  Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
- Remove the catalytic converter.
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- Remove and discard the catalytic converter gasket.
- Remove and discard the catalytic converter studs.
  Torque: 150 lb.in (17 Nm)

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