
The catalytic converter is installed in the exhaust system. It serves as a catalyst to reduce HC, CO and NOx in exhaust gases, thus providing cleaner exhaust.
To avoid damage to the catalytic converter:
. Keep your engine tuned-up. If you feel the engine running rough (misfiring, backfiring or incomplete combustion), have your vehicle checked and repaired by an authorized SUBARU dealer.
WARNING
The exhaust gas is very hot.
Engine exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
Periodic inspectionsRemoval
AIRBAG SYSTEM > Satellite Safing SensorREMOVALCAUTION:Before handling the airbag system components, refer to “CAUTION” of “General Description” in “AIRBAG SYSTEM”. General Description > CAUTION">1. Turn the ignition switch to OFF.2. Disconnect the g ...
Removal
EMISSION CONTROL (AUX. EMISSION CONTROL DEVICES)(H4DO) > EGR CoolerREMOVAL1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.2. Drain engine coolant. Engine Coolant > REPLACEMENT">3. Remove the center exhaust pipe. Center Exhaust Pipe > REMOVAL">4. Lower the vehicle.5. Remove the ...
Caution
COMMUNICATION SYSTEM > General DescriptionCAUTION• Before disconnecting connectors of sensors or units, be sure to disconnect the ground cable from battery.• When replacing the audio and MFD parts provided with memory functions, record the memory contents before disconnecting the batt ...