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CAUTION: Do not use oil or grease- based lubricants on the insulators as they
deteriorate the rubber.
NOTE: A soap-and- water solution will ease installation of the exhaust hanger insulators.
To install, reverse the removal procedure. Klj . 3 ba
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
Dual Converter Y-
Pipe —3.8L
Removal
NOTE: The RH and LH catalytic converters are serviceable separately.
1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to Section 100 - 02 .
2. CAUTION: When repairing the exhaust system or removing exhaust components,
disconnect all heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) (9F472) and catalyst monitor sensors at
the wiring connectors to prevent damage to the sensors and wiring harnesses.
Disconnect the RH and LH HO2S connectors.
3. Disconnect the RH and LH catalyst monitor sensor connectors.
4. Remove the dual converter assembly nuts.
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5. Remove the RH exhaust manifold flange nuts.
6. Remove the LH exhaust manifold flange nuts.
7. Remove the dual converter (5F250) assembly.
8. If necessary, use the two spot welds as a baseline, measure 226.8 mm (9.07 in) and cut the
pipe.
9. Remove 13 mm (0.52 in) from the LH dual converter. Klj . 2 ba
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