Removal Procedure
WARNING:
Refer to Exhaust Service Warning .
WARNING:
Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning .
- Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement (LUV)
- Remove the catalytic converter heated oxygen sensor - 1. Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1
- Remove the catalytic converter to the turbocharger clamp fastener and discard the clamp.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Remove the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) and discard the exhaust gasket (2).
Remove the catalytic converter brace fasteners (1) from the catalytic converter brace (2).
- Remove the catalytic converter.
Remove and DISCARD the turbocharger clamp (1).