Fusion FWD L4-2.3L VIN Z (2007)
3. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) and 2 catalyst monitor sensor (CMS) electrical connectors.
4. Remove the wiring harness bracket off the stud and position it aside.
5. Remove the 2 catalytic converter manifold-to-exhaust flexible pipe nuts.
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Discard the gasket and the 2 nuts.
6. Remove the 4 heat shield bolts and the heat shield.
7. Remove the 2 catalytic converter manifold shield bracket bolts and the bracket.
8. Loosen the 2 catalytic converter manifold bracket bolts.
9. Disconnect the secondary injection hose from the catalytic converter manifold.
10. NOTE: If installing a new catalytic converter manifold, remove the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) and the catalyst monitor sensors for installation
in the new catalytic converter manifold.
Using the special tool, remove the HO2S and 2 CMS.