Dakota 2WD V8-4.7L VIN P Flex Fuel (2007)
Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
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.