Rendezvous V6-3.5L (2007)
Exhaust Pipe Gasket: Service and Repair
Exhaust Seal Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Install a utility stand under the catalytic converter for support.
3. Remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector (1) clip from the heat shield.
4. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer (2).
5. Disconnect the HO2S electrical connector.
Notice: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical
movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.
6. Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts.
7. Remove the catalytic converter from the catalytic converter hanger.
8. Reposition the catalytic converter rearward in order to access the exhaust seal.