Catalytic Converter Replacement LE5
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S). Refer to
Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement
.
- Remove the catalytic converter to the resonator pipe nuts.
- Remove the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold nuts.
- Remove the catalytic converter.
- Remove and discard the exhaust gaskets.
- Clean the flange mating surfaces of any remaining gasket material.
Installation Procedure
- Install a NEW gasket onto the exhaust manifold studs.
- Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the exhaust manifold to the catalytic converter nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
- Install a NEW gasket onto the resonator pipe studs.
- Install the catalytic converter to resonator pipe nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the resonator pipe nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Install the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S). Refer to
Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement
.
- Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
Catalytic Converter Replacement L61
Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the wheel drive shaft heat shield. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Heat Shield Replacement
.
- Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S). Refer to
Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement
.
- Remove the catalytic converter to the resonator pipe nuts.
- Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts.
- Remove the catalytic converter.
- Discard the exhaust gaskets.
- Clean the flange mating surfaces of any remaining gasket material.
Installation Procedure
- Install a NEW gasket onto the exhaust manifold studs.
- Install the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Install the exhaust manifold to the catalytic converter nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
- Install a NEW gasket onto the resonator pipe studs.
- Install the catalytic converter to the resonator pipe nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the resonator pipe nuts to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).
- Install the (HO2S). Refer to
Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement
.
- Install the wheel drive shaft heat shield. Refer to
Wheel Drive Shaft Heat Shield Replacement
.
- Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
Catalytic Converter Replacement LNF
Callout
| Component Name
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Preliminary Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Remove the HO2S Sensor from the Catalytic Converter. Refer to
Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 Replacement
.
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1
| Turbocharger Exhaust Pipe Nut (Qty: 4)
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
Tighten 50 N·m (37 lb ft) |
2
| Catalytic Converter Nut (Qty: 3)
Tighten 46 N·m (34 lb ft) |
3
| Catalytic Converter
Procedure
- Disconnect any electrical connectors as needed.
- Transfer any parts as needed.
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