User Manual

6. The catalytic converter inlet will
need to be trimmed to accommodate
the Banks exhaust system. Be careful
not to trim an excessive amount of
tubing. Be sure to wear proper safety
equipment.
IMPORTANT: Diesel catalysts
may become plugged with soot
which can restrict exhaust flow,
impeding performance. Inspect the
converter by shining a powerful
flashlight into the inlet. Observe
the light through the other end of
the converter. The full circle of the
flashlight should be visible without
any blockage in the gridwork of
the catalyst. If excessive soot is
observed, the catalyst may need
to be cleaned. TAKE PRECAUTIONS
to avoid blowing soot toward the
work area or where it could be
inhaled. ALWAYS use breathing
protection. Also inspect the
catalyst for damage (i.e. chips,
bent corners, etc.) to the gridwork.
If your catalytic converter is
damaged, it may be covered under
your vehicle’s emissions warranty.
7. With the catalytic converter
removed from the vehicle and the
headpipe removed from the converter,
measure approximately 4” from the
weld and mark the location (this
location should be before any bend,
about 7” rear of the inlet flange). Using
a reciprocating saw or equivalent,
vertically cut and remove 7” from the
converter inlet tubing. Make sure cut
is square (see Figure 2).
8. Install the supplied Banks front
intermediate pipe onto the previously
installed Banks T.O.P. Insert the hanger
pin into the vehicles rubber grommet.
Loosely install a supplied 4” exhaust
clamp onto the forward end of the
front intermediate pipe.
9. Install the supplied 3
1
⁄2” clamp onto
the outlet of the front intermediate
pipe. Place the trimmed catalytic
converter onto the previously installed
front intermediate pipe. Snug the
clamp onto the catalytic converter
inlet, but do not fully tighten at this
time.
10. Place a supplied 3
1
⁄2” clamp
onto the front of the supplied rear
intermediate pipe.
Note: Review the Parts List Table
on the last page to verify the rear
intermediate pipe P/N.
Figure 2
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