Removal (RH)
- Remove three way catalyst (RH). Refer to [Three Way Catalyst: Removal and Installation [VQ40DE] ].
- Remove heat shield from lower dash panel.
- Remove support bolts from A/T fluid charging pipe (A/T models). Refer to TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY: COMPONENT .
- Loosen nuts in reverse order as shown.
- <==: FrontNOTE: Disregard the numerical order No. 7 and 8 in removal.
- <==: Front
- Remove exhaust manifold (RH) and exhaust manifold cover (RH) together.
- Remove gaskets.CAUTION: Cover engine openings to avoid entry of foreign materials.