Three-Way Catalytic Converter Removal / Installation - 3.0L

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mazda B3000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. 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 - 3.0L .
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

40 Nm (4.1 kgf-m, 30 ft-lbf}
Install the muffler and tailpipe. See MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE REMOVAL / INSTALLATION - 3.0L .
Lower the vehicle.