Emission Control System
Three Way Catalytic Converter (cont’d)
Inspection
If excessive exhaust system back-pressure is suspected, remove the three way catalytic converter from the car and
make a visual check for plugging, melting or cracking of the catalyst. Replace the three way catalytic converter if any of
the visible area is damaged or plugged.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
GASKET
Replace.
FRONT OF
VEHICLE
GASKET
Replace.
HEAT SHIELD
HEAT SHIELD
10 N.m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
34 N.m (3.4 kg-m, 25 Ib-ft)
REAR THREE WAY
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, see section 9
Inspect housing for cracks or
other damage.
Inspect element for clogging by
looking through the inside.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
FRONT THREE WAY
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, see section 9
Inspect housing for cracks or
other damage.
Inspect element for clogging by
looking through the inside.
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m, 25 Ib-ft)
Three Way Catalytic Converter (cont’d)
Inspection
If excessive exhaust system back-pressure is suspected, remove the three way catalytic converter from the car and
make a visual check for plugging, melting or cracking of the catalyst. Replace the three way catalytic converter if any of
the visible area is damaged or plugged.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
GASKET
Replace.
FRONT OF
VEHICLE
GASKET
Replace.
HEAT SHIELD
HEAT SHIELD
10 N.m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
34 N.m (3.4 kg-m, 25 Ib-ft)
REAR THREE WAY
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, see section 9
Inspect housing for cracks or
other damage.
Inspect element for clogging by
looking through the inside.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
FRONT THREE WAY
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, see section 9
Inspect housing for cracks or
other damage.
Inspect element for clogging by
looking through the inside.
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m, 25 Ib-ft)