Removal & Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda Tribute and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove and discard the nuts.
- Discard the gasket.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Flexible Pipe
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Remove the U-bolt and disconnect the catalytic converter from the hanger.

Fig 2: Removing Catalytic Converter From Hanger
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Remove and discard the nuts from the muffler.

Fig 3: Removing Muffler
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Remove the converter and muffler together.
Separate the converter from the muffler on the floor.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install a new gasket.
- Install new nuts.