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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.
3.0L Front Wheel Drive (FWD) (View 1 of 3)
2005 Ford Taurus SEL, 4D SedanSECTION 3.0L Front Wheel Drive (FWD) (View 1 of 3)
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Fig 1: Exploded View Of Front Wheel Drive (FWD) Exhaust System Components With Torque Specifications - 3.0L (View 1 of 3)
ITEM DESCRIPTION
| Item | Part Number | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | W503921 | LH catalytic converter manifold shield bolt (4 required) |
| 2 | 5K282 | LH catalytic converter manifold shield |
| 3 | 14A464 | Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) electrical connector |
| 4 | 9448 | LH catalytic converter manifold gasket |
| 5 | W701732 | LH catalytic converter manifold stud (6 required) |
| 6 | W711132 | LH catalytic converter manifold bracket bolt (2 required) |
| 7 | 5K223 | LH catalytic converter manifold bracket |
| 8 | 5G232 | LH catalytic converter manifold |
| 9 | 14A464 | Catalyst Monitor Sensor (CMS) electrical connector |
| 10 | 5K292 | LH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket |
| 11 | W500021 | LH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket bolt (2 required) |
| 12 | W701706 | LH catalytic converter manifold nut (6 required) |
| 13 | W503921 | RH catalytic converter manifold shield bolt (5 required) |
| 14 | 5K282 | RH catalytic converter manifold shield |
| 15 | W701706 | RH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket nut (2 required) |
| 16 | W500021 | RH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket bolt |
| 17 | 5K281 | RH catalytic converter manifold shield bracket |
| 18 | W520414 | RH catalytic converter-to-manifold nut (3 required) |
| 19 | 5G236 | RH catalytic converter manifold |
| 20 | 5K291 | RH catalytic converter manifold bracket |
| 21 | 5F263 | RH catalytic converter manifold gasket |
| 22 | W711133 | RH catalytic converter-to-manifold stud (3 required) |
| 23 | 9428 | RH exhaust manifold |
| 24 | 5F262 | Muffler and tail pipe isolator (5 required) |
| 25 | 5G213 | Muffler and tail pipe |
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When to See a Mechanic
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.