Originally posted by vdiaz:
Hi,

Has anoyone here been successful in removing a bank 1 precat from a 96 V6 contour? Do you need to remove the radiator hose(s)?



According to the service procedure, removal of any radiator lines/hoses is not required.

Just so it is certain that we're discussing the same thing, Bank 1 is the firewall side, AKA the RIHGT HAND (RH) side of the engine.

Quote:


Exhaust Manifold RH (211860)


Removal

1. Remove the generator and the generator mounting bracket.For additional information, refer to �«Section 414-02�».

2. Remove the dual converter Y-pipe.For additional information, refer to �«Section 309-00�».

3. Remove the right-hand halfshaft support bearing retainer bracket.For additional information, refer to �«Section 205-04�».

4. Remove the right-hand heated oxygen sensor (HO2S).For additional information, refer to �«Section 303-14B�».

5. Raise and support the vehicle.For additional information, refer to �«Section 100-02�».

�µ 6. Loosen the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve and remove the nut to the exhaust manifold.

l Loosen the EGR valve.

l Remove the nut.

�µ 7. Note:
Remove the nuts in the sequence shown.

Note:
Remove and discard the gasket.

Remove the right-hand exhaust manifold.


Installation

�µ 1. Note:
Use a new exhaust manifold gasket.

Note:
Tighten the nuts in the sequence shown.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

�µ Refer to corresponding illustration.




Steve


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