Q: How to service and repair the catalytic converter on Mercury Mariner?
A: To service the catalytic converter, position the vehicle on a hoist in neutral. Avoid oil-based lubricants on insulators. Remove and discard the catalytic converter nuts, U-bolt clamp, and resonator nuts, tightening replacements to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.). Finally, separate the converter from the muffler and install new gaskets.
Q: How to service and repair the catalytic converter on Mercury Grand Marquis?
A: In order to fix the catalytic converter, turn off the fire suppress system and put the car on a hoist. Disassemble the H02S and CMS sensors, replacements of old nuts and bolts, and mount a new converter using anti-seize lubricant. Dust down, and replace new fasteners and connect properly prior to re-powering the fire suppression system.