Removal Procedure

Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

Fig 1: View Of HO2S 2 & Harness Connector

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Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) connector (2) from the wiring harness (3).

Fig 2: View Of Gasket & Exhaust Pipe

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NOTE: Catalytic converter flex coupler must NEVER be deflected more than 6 degrees or failure of flex coupler could result.

Fig 3: View Of Catalytic Converter & Nuts

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Remove the nuts (3) securing the catalytic converter (4) to the exhaust manifold.
Separate the catalytic converter flange from the exhaust manifold and discard the gasket (2).

Fig 4: View Of Hanger From The Rubber Isolators

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Separate the catalytic converter hanger from the rubber isolator and remove the catalytic converter from the vehicle.

Fig 5: View Of Exhaust Manifold Studs

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Remove the exhaust manifold studs (1) if worn or damaged.
If replacing the catalytic converter, remove the HO2S. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Sensor 1 .