Catalytic Converter: Removal - Refitting - Renault Duster 2007 Manual

Catalytic converter: Removal - Refitting

K9K, and 796
Tightening torquesm
turbocharger output
studs
catalytic converter nuts
on the turbocharger
upstream strut bolts on
the engine
downstream strut bolt
and nut on the gearbox
upstream strut bolts on
the catalytic converter
downstream strut bolt
on the catalytic con-
verter
exhaust flange bolts
IMPORTANT
To avoid all risk of damage to the systems, apply
the safety and cleanliness instructions and opera-
tion recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Precautions
for the repair, page 19B-6) .
IMPORTANT
Wear cut-resistant gloves during the operation.
IMPORTANT
Catalytic converters contain ceramic fibres, these
are contained within a closed unit, and cannot dis-
perse. Drilling or cutting catalytic converters is pro-
hibited.
WARNING
To prevent the surrounding components from over-
heating, do not damage (tear, pierce, bend, etc.) a
heat shield.
Any damaged heat shields must be replaced.
EXHAUST
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
9 N.m
a Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
a Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
28 N.m
fitting) (80A, Battery).
a Remove the air filter unit (see 12A, Fuel mixture,
44 N.m
Air filter unit: Removal - Refitting, page 12A-6) .
21 N.m
II - REMOVAL OPERATION
26 N.m
21 N.m
21 N.m
a Remove the exhaust flange bolts (1) .
a Withdraw the exhaust pipe.
a Attach the exhaust pipe to the front left-hand lower
arm.
19B-10
19B
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