Ford Explorer: Exhaust System - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Downstream Catalytic Converter
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
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Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
Refer to: Jacking and Lifting (100-02 Jacking and Lifting - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS))
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Remove and discard the nuts.
Torque:
30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
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Loosen the exhaust clamp.
Torque:
41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
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Remove the isolator hanger bracket bolts and the muffler inlet pipe.
Torque:
177 lb.in (20 Nm)
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Remove and discard the gasket.
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Clean and inspect the gasket surface.
Installation
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NOTE:
Make sure that a new gasket and the nuts are installed.
To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.
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Check the exhaust system for leaks.
Removal
WARNING:
When the engine and exhaust system are hot, they can cause
severe burns or injury. Turn off the engine and wait until they are cool
before removing the exhaust system...
Removal
NOTE:
Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.
Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation)...
Other information:
System Operation
Headlamps
System Diagram
Item
Description
1
HS-CAN2
2
BCM
3
LH low beam
4
RH low beam
5
SCCM
6
LH steering column multifunction switch
7
IPMA
8
GWM
9
HS-CAN1
10
Start/Stop switch
11
HCM
12
LIN
13
LIN
14
PCM
15
LH headlamp..
Removal
Remove the transmission fluid pan, gasket and filter.
Refer to: Transmission Fluid Pan, Gasket and Filter (307-01C Automatic Transmission - 10-Speed Automatic Transmission – 10R80 MHT, Removal and Installation).
Slide the plastic lock to the unlock position...
Categories
WARNING: Position the seatbelt height adjuster so that the seatbelt rests
across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the seatbelt correctly could
reduce its effectiveness and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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