Catalytic Converter Replacement LAT, LE5

1. Remove the heated oxygen sensor. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement .
2. Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).



3. Remove the catalytic converter to muffler nuts (1).
4. Separate the exhaust pipe from the catalytic converter studs.
5. Position and support the exhaust pipe out of the way.
6. Remove the catalytic converter (2) and gasket.

1. Install the catalytic converter (2) along with a NEW gasket to the exhaust manifold.
2. Position and join the exhaust pipe to the catalytic converter studs.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Install the catalytic converter to muffler nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the catalytic converter to muffler nuts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).




4. Install the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

5. Install the heated oxygen sensor. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement .