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Catalytic Converter Heat Shield Replacement (1.3L Diesel LSF)Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to
Exhaust Service Warning . |
1. | Open the hood. |
2. | Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . |
3. | Remove the turbocharger wastegate actuator vacuum control solenoid valve splash shield. Refer to Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Vacuum Control Solenoid Valve Splash Shield Replacement . |
4. | Remove the exhaust temperature sensor (1). |
5. | Remove the 5 catalytic converter heat shield nuts (1) from the catalytic converter (2). |
6. | Remove the catalytic converter heat shield (2). |
Installation Procedure
1. | Install the catalytic converter heat shield (2). |
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution . |
2. | Install the 5 catalytic converter heat shield nuts (1) to the catalytic converter (2) and tighten to 9 N·m (80 lb in) . |
3. | Install the exhaust temperature sensor (1). |
4. | Install the turbocharger wastegate actuator vacuum control solenoid valve splash shield. Refer to Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator Vacuum Control Solenoid Valve Splash Shield Replacement . |
5. | Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection . |
6. | Close the hood. |