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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2004FOCUS ZX3, 2.0 3, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALEXHAUST SYSTEMREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONCATALYTIC CONVERTER - SVTREMOVAL
2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.0 3, Standard

Catalytic Converter - SVT: Removal

2004 Ford Focus ZX3, 2.0 3, StandardSECTION Removal
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
  2. Remove the catalytic converter lower heat shield.
    Fig 1: Removing Catalytic Converter Lower Heat Shield
    G03193506Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
    Fig 2: Disconnecting HO2S Electrical Connector
    G03193507Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Remove the HO2S sensor.
    Fig 3: Removing HO2S Sensor
    G03193508Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.
    Fig 4: Disconnecting Catalyst Monitor Sensor Electrical Connector
    G03193509Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the catalyst monitor sensor.
    Fig 5: Removing Catalyst Monitor Sensor
    G03193510Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    7. CAUTION: Over bending of the exhaust flexible pipe may cause damage resulting in failure.
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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.