Catalytic Converter, Checking

Test requirements

Battery voltage at least 12.5 volts.
Oxygen Sensors OK.
No leaks or damage to exhaust system.

NOTE:

If ANY Fuel Trim, misfire, or sensor faults are set, repair those faults BEFORE replacing the Catalytic Converter. Failure to do so will damage the replacement converter.

Function test

-- Perform the function test in Diagnostic Mode 06. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 06 - READ TEST RESULTS FOR SPECIFIC DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTIONS .

-- Switch the ignition Off.

If the specified values are exceeded:

-- Check the exhaust system for leaks.

-- If necessary, repair the leak in the exhaust system.

-- Erase the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .

-- Perform a road test to verify Repair.

If the DTC does not return:

Erase the DTC memory. Generate readiness code. Refer to READINESS CODE .

If no leaks are found in the exhaust system:

-- Replace the catalytic converter with front exhaust pipe. Refer to the Repair information.

Final procedures

After the repair work, the following work steps must be performed in the following sequence:

Check the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 03 - READ DTC MEMORY .
If necessary, erase the DTC memory. Refer to DIAGNOSTIC MODE 04 - ERASE DTC MEMORY .
If the DTC memory was erased, generate readiness code. Refer to READINESS CODE .