Catalytic Converter LH

309-00C Exhaust System - 5.0L 32V Ti-VCT/5.0L Ti-VCT V8 2016 Mustang (308kW/418PS)

Procedure revision date:

Removal and Installation

07/7/2015

Base Part Number: 5E214

Special Tool(s) / General Equipment

309-00C Exhaust System - 5.0L — original illustration 1, reference 3181Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge	303-050 (T70P-6000) Lifting Bracket, Engine
309-00C Exhaust System - 5.0L — original illustration 2, reference 3181Original colors & callouts · Select to enlarge	303-F072 Support Bar, Engine

Removal

NOTE: If the catalytic converter is not being replaced, the HO2S and the catalyst monitor sensor do not need to be removed from the catalytic converter. Disconnecting the electrical connectors is still necessary.

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

NOTE: Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview (100-02 Jacking and Lifting, Description and Operation).

2. Disconnect the battery negative and positive cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect (414-01 Battery, Mounting and Cables, General Procedures).

3. NOTICE: Make sure to minimize damage to the sealer foam and avoid pulling apart dash seal

brackets from retainer pins. Excessive damage may allow engine noise, fumes, air or water to enter the passenger compartment.

Loosen the dash seal.

1. Remove the nuts. Torque : 80 lb.in (9 Nm)

2. Loosen the dash seal.

3. Hand start the nuts.

Source reference 3181

2016 Mustang workshop publication supplied to Mustang Atlas. Original technical text and illustrations; HTML formatting by Mustang Atlas. Source page numbering is retained for traceability. Follow the configuration, revision, warnings, and cross-references in the material. About this edition.