911 Carrera (997) F6-3.6L (2006)
Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
Removing And Installing Catalytic Converter
Preliminary work
1. Remove air cleaner housing.
2. Disconnect the relevant plug connections for the oxygen sensors in the engine compartment.
NOTE: Always expose oxygen sensor wire far enough for it to be able to turn when unscrewing the sensor.
3. Expose oxygen sensor cable.
NOTE: If a catalytic converter needs to be replaced, first remove the two oxygen sensors.
4. Remove oxygen sensor behind catalytic converter so that it is not damaged when you remove the catalytic converter.
Removing catalytic converter
DANGER:
Parts of the exhaust system become extremely hot.
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Danger of burns
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Permanent scarring of the skin
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Do not begin work until the exhaust system has cooled down completely.
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If it is imperative that you work on the hot exhaust system, ensure that you wear fire-resistant and heat-resistant protective gear.
Component overview