
Warning:Refer toHot Exhaust System Warning. Preliminary ProcedureRaise and support the vehicle. Refer toLifting and Jacking the Vehicle.Remove the exhaust manifold. Refer toExhaust Manifold Replacement.Remove the oxygen sensor after the catalytic converter. Refer toHeated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 2.Remove the catalytic converter brace. Refer toCatalytic Converter Brace Replacement.Remove the steering gear heat shield. Refer toSteering Gear Heat Shield Replacement. | |
1 | Exhaust Manifold Fastener (Qty:-3) Caution:Refer toFastener Caution. Tighten50-Y (37-lb-ft). |
2 | Exhaust Muffler Fastener (Qty:-2) Tighten40-Y (30-lb-ft). |
3 | Catalytic Converter Bracket Clamp Fastener Tighten50-Y (37-lb-ft). |
4 | Exhaust Insulator Hanger |
5 | Seal |
6 | Gasket |
7 | Catalytic Converter Note:Replace with NEW gasket and seal. |
Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement (LFX) Exhaust Exhaust Heat Shields
Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (LFX) Emissions Catalytic ConverterPiston, Connecting Rod, and Bearing Removal Engine Block Cylinder Block Piston Assembly
Special ToolsEN 46121Connecting Rod Guide Pin SetFor equivalent regional tools, refer toSpecial Tools.Note:An arrow/dot showing proper piston orientation is located onthe top of the piston.If the connecting rod bearings have been used in a runningengine, you must replace them with NEW connecting rod ...