2009 Dodge Avenger Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Exhaust Hanger, Exhaust Pipe

Catalytic Converter, Exhaust Manifold, Exhaust Pipe Installation and Repair Tips for 2009 Dodge Avenger

• Q:

  How to Service a Catalytic Converter on 2009 Dodge Avenger?

  A:

  To service the catalytic converter, cool the exhaust system, raise the vehicle and apply penetrating oil on the band clamp and fasteners. Remove the ground strap and slacken the band clamp. Carefully remove rubber isolators, and then disconnect oxygen sensor and flange nuts to remove the catalytic converter.
• Q:

  How to Install an Exhaust Manifold on 2009 Dodge Avenger?

  A:

  Install the exhaust manifold, new gasket with no sealer, make manifold position, tight bolt 34 Nm. Install heat shields and tighten to 12N.m. Attach support bracket, catalytic converter gasket and exhaust pipe, tighten to 28 Nm. Connect the oxygen sensor and negative battery cable and fit the engine cover on.
• Q:

  How to Maintain an Exhaust Pipe on 2009 Dodge Avenger?

  A:

  To service the exhaust cross under pipe, ensure the exhaust system is cool, especially near the catalytic converter. Raise the vehicle, disconnect the downstream oxygen sensor, remove the oil pan to transmission collar, disconnect the exhaust pipe, and remove fasteners before finally taking out the cross-under pipe.