Catalytic Converter - 2.3L Manifold: Notes

2007 Ford Fusion SEL, 2.3 Z, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mercury Mariner and 2008 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Exploded View Of Catalytic Converter - 2.3L Manifold With Torque Specifications
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Item Part Number Description
1 W712021 Catalytic converter bracket bolts (2 required)
2 W503923 Heat shield bolts (6 required)
3 9N454 Heat shield
4 W708176 Catalytic converter manifold nuts (7 required)
5 5G241 Catalytic converter
6 9448 Catalytic converter manifold gasket
7 14A464 HO2S electrical connector
8 14A464 Catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector
9 W704474 Catalytic converter manifold studs (7 required)
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