Catalytic Converter Replacement (LFA with Exhaust Clamp)

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Fig 1: Catalytic Converter (LFA With Exhaust Clamp)

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Callout	Component Name
WARNING: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning . WARNING: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning . Preliminary Procedure Remove the engine skid plate (if equipped). Refer to Oil Pan Skid Plate Replacement (2500/3500 with RPO NZZ) . Remove the transmission support crossmember. Refer to Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (2WD 1500/2500) or Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (4WD 1500/2500) or Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (2WD 2500 HD/3500) or Transmission Support Crossmember Replacement (4WD 2500 HD/3500) . Disconnect the oxygen sensors. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 1 Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 2 Sensor 1 Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 2 Sensor 2
1	Left Exhaust Manifold Nut (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
2	Seal
3	Right Exhaust Manifold Nut (Qty: 3) Tighten: 50 N.m (37 lb ft)
4	Seal
5	Exhaust Muffler Clamp Nut Tip: Replace the exhaust muffler clamp with a NEW clamp. Tighten: 28 N.m (21 lb ft)
6	Catalytic Converter