Ford Explorer: Exhaust System - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Downstream Catalytic Converter

Ford Explorer 2020-2025 Service Manual / Powertrain / Exhaust System / Exhaust System - 2.3L EcoBoost (201kW/273PS) / Removal and Installation - Downstream Catalytic Converter

Removal

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

  1. Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
  1. 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)) .
  1. Remove and discard the nuts.
    Torque: 30 lb.ft (40 Nm)
  1. Loosen the exhaust clamp.
    Torque: 41 lb.ft (55 Nm)
  1. Remove the isolator hanger bracket bolts and the muffler inlet pipe.
    Torque: 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
    1. Remove and discard the gasket.
    1. Clean and inspect the gasket surface.

Installation

  1. NOTE: Make sure that a new gasket and the nuts are installed.

    To install, reverse removal procedure.
  1. Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.
  1. Check the exhaust system for leaks.

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