Inspection
If excessive exhaust system back-pressure is suspected, remove the catalytic converter from the car and make a visual
check for plugging, melting or cracking of the catalyst. Replace the catalytic converter if any of the visible area is damag-
ed or plugged.
HEAT SHIELD
GASKET
Replace.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m, 25 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
FRONT
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, Section 9
Inspect housing for cracks or
other damage.
Inspect element for clogging by
looking through the inside.
FRONT OF
VEHICLE
GASKET
Replace.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
REAR
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, 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)
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
If excessive exhaust system back-pressure is suspected, remove the catalytic converter from the car and make a visual
check for plugging, melting or cracking of the catalyst. Replace the catalytic converter if any of the visible area is damag-
ed or plugged.
HEAT SHIELD
GASKET
Replace.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m, 25 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD
FRONT
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, Section 9
Inspect housing for cracks or
other damage.
Inspect element for clogging by
looking through the inside.
FRONT OF
VEHICLE
GASKET
Replace.
34 N·m (3.4 kg-m,
25 Ib-ft)
REAR
CATALYTIC
CONVERTER
Removal/Installation, 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)
10 N·m (1.0 kg-m, 7 Ib-ft)
HEAT SHIELD