Dakota 4WD V6-3.7L (2008)
Catalytic Converter: Removal and Replacement
Catalytic Converter - Removal
3.7L/4.7L ENGINE
CAUTION: When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang
by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.
1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Saturate all exhaust bolts and nuts with Mopar(R) Rust Penetrant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.
3. Disconnect the oxygen senor electrical connectors.
4. Remove the catalytic converter-to-manifold bolts (5).
5. Remove the catalytic converter to the exhaust pipe clamp (1).
6. If present, grind tack weld.
7. Remove the catalytic converter. You may have to loosen up other sections of the exhaust system.
Catalytic Converter - Installation
3.7L/4.7L ENGINE
CAUTION: When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang
by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.
NOTE: The band clamps are not reusable. After removal, they must be replaced with new one.
1. Make sure the catalytic converter pipe is free of burrs.
2. Insert the catalytic converter into the exhaust pipe.
3. Make sure the alignment tang is fully seated in the alignment slot.
4. If other sections of the exhaust system where loosened in removal, refer to that information for the tightening procedures.
