2001 Dodge Durango Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Exhaust Hanger, Exhaust Pipe

Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Exhaust Pipe Installation and Repair Tips for 2001 Dodge Durango

• Q:

  How to Effectively Service and Repair an Exhaust Manifold on 2001 Dodge Durango?

  A:

  In order to service the exhaust manifold, cleansof the cylinder head and the manifold surfaces with solvent and dry with compressed air. Look at the manifold to determine whether it has cracks or not, and examine the mating surfaces to be flat with a straight edge, they must be flat within 0.2 mm each 300 mm (0.008 inch per foot).
• Q:

  How to Service or Replace a Catalytic Converter on 2001 Dodge Durango?

  A:

  Raise the vehicle and apply Mopar Rust Penetrant to the bolts to service or replace the catalytic converter. Take out the required clamps, rear engine mount and crossmember. Check damage and re-install converter, connecting things to 41 Nm. Last but not least, bring the vehicle down and inspect exhaust leakages.
• Q:

  How to Maintain and Fix an Exhaust Pipe on 2001 Dodge Durango?

  A:

  To fix exhaust pipe, elevate the car and put Mopar Rust Penetrant on bolts. Take out the exhaust pipe and disconnect the oxygen sensor. Test and evaluate broken parts. Install the exhaust pipe, tighten the nuts to a given torque and re-connect the oxygen sensor and verify that there is no leakage and is properly in place.