Corolla CE Sedan L4-1.8L (1ZZ-FE) (2002)
Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
REPLACEMENT
1. REMOVE CONVERTER
a. Jack up the vehicle.
b. Check that the converter is cool.
c. Remove the 2 bolts and exhaust pipe stay.
Torque: 33 N.m (330 kgf.cm, 24 ft.lbf)
d. Remove the 2 bolts holding the center exhaust pipe to the tailpipe.
Torque: 19 N.m (190 kgf.cm, 14 ft.lbf)
e. Remove the bolt, clamp holding the front exhaust pipe to the center pipe.
Torque: 32 N.m (320 kgf.cm, 24 ft.lbf)
f.
Remove the center exhaust pipe and 2 gaskets.
HINT: At the time of installation, install a new gasket to the pipe assembly.
2. INSTALL CONVERTER
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.