Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair

Catalytic Converter

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Hose Clamps Up to 25 mm Dia. (3094)

Removing

• During installation, all cable ties must be installed at the same location.

- Disconnect the connectors - 1 - from the oxygen sensor after three way catalytic converter (G130) and heater for oxygen sensor 1 after catalytic converter (Z29) and free up the wires.






- Disconnect the connector - 2 - from the heated oxygen sensor (G39) and oxygen sensor heater (Z19) and free up the wire.

- Remove the air duct - arrows -.






- Disconnect the connector - 2 - from the mass airflow (MAF) sensor (G70).






- Open the clamp - 3 - and remove the air guide hose from the mass airflow (MAF) sensor.

- Remove the air filter housing - 1 - upward.

- Remove noise insulation.

- Remove the front muffler. Refer to => [ Front Muffler ] Front Muffler.

- Disconnect the threaded connection - 1 -, remove the bolt - 2 - and remove the catalytic converter mounting.






- Remove the bolts - arrows - and remove the right drive axle heat shield.






- Remove the nuts - arrows - and remove the turbocharger upward.






Installing

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Tightening specifications, refer to => [ Muffler Overview ] Muffler Overview.

• Replace seals and self-locking nuts.

- Install the front muffler. Refer to => [ Front Muffler ] Front Muffler.