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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2005TAURUS SEL, 4D SEDANREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1308 (EXHAUST SYSTEM)REMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONEXHAUST SYSTEM - EXPLODED VIEW3.0L (VIEW 1 OF 2)
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D Sedan
3.0L (View 1 of 2)
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION 3.0L (View 1 of 2)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Mercury Mariner and 2010 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
ITEM DESCRIPTION
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5E258 | LH catalytic converter heat shield |
| 2 | W714133 | Heat shield bolts (3 required) |
| 3 | 5G232 | LH catalytic converter |
| 4 | W701706 | LH catalytic converter manifold nut (6 required) |
| 5 | 9448 | LH catalytic converter manifold gasket |
| 6 | 701732 | LH catalytic converter manifold stud (6 required) |
| 7 | 14A464 | LH Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) electrical connector |
| 8 | W520413 | LH catalytic converter manifold-to-Y-pipe nut (2 required) |
| 9 | 5K282 | RH catalytic converter heat shield |
| 10 | W714133 | RH heat shield bolt (3 required) |
| 11 | W711133 | RH catalytic converter-to-manifold stud (3 required) |
| 12 | 5F263 | RH catalytic converter manifold gasket |
| 13 | 5E212 | RH catalytic converter |
| 14 | W520414 | RH catalytic converter-to-manifold nut (3 required) |
| 15 | 14A464 | RH CMSΒ electrical connector |
| 16 | 9451 | Catalytic converter manifold-to-Y-pipe gasket |
| 17 | W520413 | RH catalytic converter manifold-to-Y-pipe nut (2 required) |
| 18 | 5E256 | Exhaust Y-pipe |
| 19 | 5E241 | Gasket |
| 20 | W790170 | Exhaust Y-pipe studs (2 required) |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.