Milan L4-2.3L VIN Z (2006)
Exhaust Manifold: Service and Repair
Catalytic Converter - Manifold
Catalytic Converter - 2.3L Manifold
Special Tool(s)
Removal
1. NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of proper sealing.
With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Battery.
3. Remove the generator air inlet duct.
4. Remove the heated oxygen sensor (H02S) and catalyst monitor sensor (CMS). For additional information, refer to Computers and Control
Systems.
5. Remove the wiring harness bracket off the stud and position it aside.
6. Remove the 2 catalytic converter manifold-to-exhaust flexible pipe nuts.
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Discard the gasket and the 2 nuts.
7. Remove the 6 heat shield bolts and the heat shield.
8. Remove the 2 catalytic converter manifold shield bracket bolts and the bracket.
9. Loosen the 2 catalytic converter manifold bracket bolts.
10. Remove the 7 catalytic converter manifold nuts and remove it from the vehicle.
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Discard the 7 nuts and the gasket.
11. Remove and discard the 7 catalytic converter manifold studs.
Installation
