Outback F6-3.0L (2003)
Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
Front Catalytic Converter
REMOVAL
1. Set the vehicle on the lift.
2. Remove battery.
3. Remove air cleaner case and air intake duct.
4. Disconnect front oxygen (A/F) sensor connectors.
5. Lift-up the vehicle.
6. Remove under cover.
7. Remove front oxygen (A/F) sensor harness from the clips attached to both right and left cylinder head covers.
8. Disconnect connector from rear oxygen sensor connector.
9. Separate front exhaust pipe from rear exhaust pipe.
CAUTION: Be careful, exhaust pipe is hot.