Note: The catalytic converter is removed complete with downpipe. During assembly, install all cable ties in their original places.
Remove connectors -1- and -2- and bracket and disconnect. Hang wires.
Unscrew screw -2- and remove screw clamp. Unscrew screw -1-, unscrew nuts -arrows-.
Release screws -arrows- of bracket. Remove the tunnel cross member.
Loosen the screws -1 - and remove the heat shield for the cardan shaft on the right side, if present. Remove the plastic cover of the floor tunnel.
Remove screws -arrows-. Remove the electrical connector from the bracket, release the electrical wire to the lambda probe from the mounts.
Release clutch -arrow- and push back. Remove the converter assembly with the exhaust pipe towards the rear.
Note: The downpipe bellows must not be bent more than 10°, otherwise it could be damaged. Do not pull too hard on the downpipe bellows to avoid bending it. Do not damage the bellows. Fit transport protection -T10403- to bellows.
Insert a screwdriver -2- into the groove -arrow- of the turbocharger and pry out the O-ring -1-.
Installation
Installation in reverse order.
Note: Replace seal and self-locking nuts.
Lubricate the studs and screws of the converter with high temperature paste. Correct the position of the elements of the exhaust system (install stress-free).
The moment and sequence of an inhaling of converter
The moment and sequence of an inhaling of converter