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Catalytic Converter LH: Installation

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  1. NOTE: Make sure that new gasket is installed.

    Install the exhaust gasket.

    GFD515309Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  2. NOTE: The studs and nuts are only finger tight in this step.

    Install the catalytic converter and bracket studs and nuts.

    GFD515307Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  3. NOTE: Make sure that new nuts are installed.

    Install the LH catalytic converter nuts.

    Torque: 35 lb.ft (48 Nm)

    GFD515310Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  4. Tighten the catalyst assembly bracket studs and nuts.

    Torque: Studs: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm) Nuts: 18 lb.ft (25 Nm)

    GFD515311Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  5. Install the transmission cooler hose bracket nut.

    Torque: 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

    GFD515295Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  6. Raise the transmission and crossmember.
    GFD515312Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  7. NOTE: Make sure that new bolts are installed.

    Install the transmission crossmember bolts.

    Torque: 59 lb.ft (80 Nm)

    GFD515313Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  8. NOTE: Make sure that new bolts are installed.

    Raise the rear of the front subframe and install the bolts.

    Torque: 52 lb.ft (70 Nm)

    GFD515314Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  9. Install the middle subframe bolts.

    Torque: 195 lb.ft (265 Nm)

    GFD515315Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  10. Install the steering shield and the pin-type retainers at the LH subframe.
    GFD515300Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  11. Position the LH underbody shield back and install the bolt.

    Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

    GFD515299Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  12. Position the RH underbody shield back and install the bolt.

    Torque: 22 lb.in (2.5 Nm)

    GFD515298Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  13. Install the steering shield and pin-type retainers at the RH subframe.
    GFD515297Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  14. Install the steering shield pin-type retainers at the RH subframe.
    GFD515296Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  15. Connect the HO2S electrical connector.
    GFD515294Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  16. Connect the HO2S electrical connector.
    GFD515293Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  17. On both sides.

    • Install the wheel arch liner to front subframe retainers.

    GFD515292Courtesy of FORD MOTOR COMPANY
  18. Install the LH side exhaust flexible pipe. Refer to: Exhaust Flexible Pipe .
  19. Check the exhaust system for leaks.