Regal Estate Wagon V6-252 4.1L VIN 4 4-BBL (1982)
Catalytic Converter: All Technical Service Bulletins
Special Tools and Technical Procedures
A.
Converter Bead Replacement Tool Kit
Each Buick dealer was shipped during March, 1983, one (1) complete catalytic converter bead replacement tool kit J-34155, no charge. Each kit
consists of:
J-34155-1
Sifting Pan (1)
J-34155-2
Storage Pans (2)
J-34155-3
Funnel (1)
In the event additional kits are required by the dealer, they may be purchased from:
Kent-Moore Tool Division Kent-Moore Corporation 29784 Little Mack Roseville, MI 48066
B.
Converter Plug Installer
Converter plug installer J-34118, part of the 1984 Essential Service Tool Program.
FIGURE 1 - CATALYTIC CONVERTER
TECHNICAL PROCEDURE
A.
Inspection
1.
Install seat and fender covers and raise vehicle on hoist.
2.
Determine part number of converter on vehicle. Refer to Figure 1 for location of catalytic converter part number.
a.
If converter is part number 25056620, it should not be replaced. Lower vehicle and install campaign identification label, Part C of this
procedure.
b.
If the converter is not identified as part number 25056620, it should be replaced with converter included in kit 25056983, as instructed
in Part B of this procedure.
PART B - CONVERTER REPLACEMENT
CAUTION: The catalytic converter beads contain platinum, palladium, and/or rhodium. Additionally, the beads may be finely coated with lead
compounds. Therefore, precautions should be taken to minimize dust generation during the replacement procedure. These precautions
include:
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Catalyst dust should be controlled by wetting with water prior to bead removal, as described in Step 4.
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The use of a suitable dust mask, rubber gloves, and safety glasses is recommended when handling catalyst beads.
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Applicable OSHA standards should be reviewed.
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Allow converter to cool before handling.
