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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001MONTE CARLO V6-3.8L VIN KREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWERTRAIN MANAGEMENTEMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSCATALYTIC CONVERTERCATALYST SHIELDSERVICE AND REPAIR
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN K
Catalyst Shield: Service and Repair
2001 Chevrolet Monte Carlo V6-3.8L VIN KSECTION Service and Repair
Converter Heat Shield Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
Notice: Refer to Catalytic converter Movement Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Support the exhaust system.
3. Remove the catalytic converter.
4. Remove the heated oxygen sensor (H02S) wiring harness (3) from the catalytic converter heat shield (4).
5. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield rivets.
6. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the catalytic converter heat shield.
2. Install the converter heat shield rivets.
3. Install the heated oxygen sensor (H02S) wiring harness (3) to the catalytic converter heat shield (4).
4. Install the catalytic converter.
5. Remove the support from the exhaust system.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
Notice: Refer to Catalytic converter Movement Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Support the exhaust system.
3. Remove the catalytic converter.
4. Remove the heated oxygen sensor (H02S) wiring harness (3) from the catalytic converter heat shield (4).
5. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield rivets.
6. Remove the catalytic converter heat shield.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the catalytic converter heat shield.
2. Install the converter heat shield rivets.
3. Install the heated oxygen sensor (H02S) wiring harness (3) to the catalytic converter heat shield (4).
4. Install the catalytic converter.
5. Remove the support from the exhaust system.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
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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.