Catalytic Converter: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
WARNING:
When the engine and exhaust system are hot, they can cause severe burns or injury. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool before removing the exhaust system.
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
All vehicles
- Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions .
- Remove the HO2S from the catalytic converter. Refer to: Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) .
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Remove the muffler inlet pipe assembly. Refer to: Muffler Inlet Pipe .
- Remove the catalyst monitor sensor. Refer to: Catalyst Monitor Sensor
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4x4 vehicles
- Remove the front Driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft
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All vehicles
- Remove and discard the catalytic converter to turbocharger nuts.
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- Remove the PIA nuts.
- Remove the bracket nuts. Remove the bracket and the catalytic converter.
- Remove and discard the gasket.