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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1993CAPRICE WAGON RWD V8-350 5.7LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSCATALYTIC CONVERTERSERVICE AND REPAIR
1993 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon RWD V8-350 5.7L
Catalytic Converter: Service and Repair
1993 Chevrolet Caprice Wagon RWD V8-350 5.7LSECTION Service and Repair
Catalytic Converter Attachments:
REMOVAL:
1. Using suitable jack, raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove converter to intermediate pipe bolts at intermediate pipe.
3. Remove intermediate pipe.
4. Remove converter clamp at crossover pipe.
5. Remove hanger and hanger bolts.
6. Remove catalytic converter.
INSTALLATION:
1. Install catalytic converter.
2. Install and tighten hanger bolts.
Torque Value 30 lb. ft. (41 N-m)
3. Install and tighten converter clamp at crossover pipe.
Torque Value 26 lb. ft. (35 N-m)
4. Install intermediate pipe.
5. Tighten converter to intermediate pipe bolts at intermediate pipe.
Torque Value 15 lb. ft. (20 N-m)
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.