Three-Way Catalytic Converter Removal/Installation - 2.3L
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise the vehicle. See LIFTING .
- Disconnect the downstream oxygen sensor connector.
- Remove the downstream oxygen sensor. See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
- Remove the muffler and tailpipe. See MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.3L .
- Remove the nuts.NOTE:
- The exhaust hanger bracket insulators can be reused if they show no signs of damage.
- Remove the three-way catalytic converter and the exhaust outlet pipe frame brackets.
- Install the exhaust inlet pipe gasket, the three-way catalytic converter and the exhaust outlet pipe frame brackets.
- Install the nuts.
Tightening torque
34-46 N.m { 3.5-4.69 kgf.m, 25-34 lb.lbf }
- Install the muffler and tailpipe. See MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - 2.3L .
- Lower the vehicle.