Challenger V6-3.5L (2009)
Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
Catalytic Converter - Installation
Right Hand Catalytic Converter
RIGHT HAND CATALYTIC CONVERTER
1. Install the catalytic converter (3) onto the exhaust manifold ball flange. Finger tighten the nuts at this time.
2. Install the muffler and resonator assembly See: Muffler/Service and Repair/Installation
3. Install the bolts and cross brace (3). Tighten the bolts to 55 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
4. Tighten the manifold ball flange nut to 12 Nm (106 in. lbs.).
5. Check the clearance between the exhaust module and the fuel tank. Clearance is 14mm (.55 in.).
6. Check the clearance at the rear tunnel reinforcement. Clearance is 15 - 20mm (.59 -.78 in.).
7. Adjust clearance as necessary.
8. Tighten the ball flange nuts to 34 Nm (25 ft. lbs.).