The 1998 Subaru Outback uses two catalytic converters in the exhaust action, one in the front and one in the rear. They're attached, so removing them can be done as one unit or by separating them. Both catalytic converters as well keep O2 sensors in them; be trustworthy to disconnect the electrical connectors for them or remove the O2 sensors from the converter entirely before removing the converter from the automobile.
Instructions
1. Hoist the front of the vehivle with a jack. Aid the vehivle with a place of jack stands, positioning them under the frame rails.
2. Set the catalytic converters at the front of the exhaust transaction. There are three heat shields surrounding the converters; removing the nuts and bolts that secure them to the exhaust is basic. Application a socket and ratchet to remove the hardware, then remove all three of the heat shields from the van. Fix them aside.
Change to the rear converter and disconnect the electrical harness the twin expedient.4. Action back to the front catalytic converter and bonanza the two mounting bolts in the front mounting flange. Remove the bolts with a socket and ratchet.3. Fix the O2 sensor in the front catalytic converter. Disconnect the electrical connector from the wiring harness by urgent the locking tab in on the plug, then seperate the two connectors.
Promptly step to the rear converter and remove the two mounting bolts in the rear flange. Lower the meeting down and remove it from under the van.
5. Remove the mounting bolts in the flange that connect the front and rear converters stable, then separate the two converters. You can separate them under the car and remove one at a time; but it is easier to pull both as a unit, replace the one you need to replace, and reinstall them as an assembly.
