Catalytic Converter: Description

The toe board three-way catalytic converter is connected to the exhaust manifold by the use of a down pipe assembly. The outlet connects to the muffler inlet pipe and is secured with a torca clamp. See Fig 1.

CAUTION: When servicing, care must be exercised not to dent or bend the bellows or bellows cover of the flex-joint. Should this occur, the flex-joint will eventually fail and require the catalytic converter be replaced.

Fig 1: Flex-Joint - Typical

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - FLEXIBLE BELLOWS

2 - DOWN PIPE

3 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER

4 - MUFFLER

5 - FLEXIBLE BELLOWS