Exhaust Y-Pipe: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-550 Super Duty and 2018 Ford F-450 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
If the exhaust Y-Pipe is not being replaced, the LH and RHHO2S do not need to be removed from the exhaust Y-Pipe. Disconnecting the electrical connectors is still necessary.
NOTE:
Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
- Disconnect the LH side HO2S electrical connector.
- Detach the wire from the retainer and disconnect the RH side HO2S electrical connector.
- Remove and discard the exhaust Y-pipe-to-catalytic converter bolts.
- Remove and discard the LH exhaust Y-pipe-to-exhaust manifold nuts.
- Remove and discard the RH exhaust Y-pipe-to-exhaust manifold nuts and remove the exhaust Y-pipe from the vehicle.