REMOVING AND INSTALLING CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Remove entire exhaust system 18 00 020.
Detach heat shield.
Detach triangular flanges.
Pull off catalytic converter.
Installation: Check gasket and seal, replacing if
necessary.


18 00 020

Check catalytic converter for exterior damage,
cracks and loose interior parts.
Important: If car had been driven on gasoline
containing lead, replace oxygen sensor and catalytic
converter.

Vehicles after change point in 1982
REMOVING AND INSTALLING
CATALYTIC CONVERTER
Remove the exhaust assembly, see 18 00 020.
Unscrew the triangular flanges.
Pull off the catalytic converter.
Installation:
Replace the gasket.
Inspect the catalytic converter for damage or cracks on the outside and loose parts
on the inside.
Important!
Replace the oxygen sensor and catalytic converter, if the car had been operated
with leaded gasoline.


* See Specifications