02 sensor before catalytic converter

2000 HONDA CIVIC
184 MILES • 1.6L • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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PHIL BOYER
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stripped bolt where it screws into exhaust manifold. what is the best way to get it off? can I apply heat to loosen it up and take it off?
Mar 2, 2017 at 10:26 PM
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HMAC300
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you can try heat but you may end up getting another catalytic converter. try just to heat up the bung where it screws in.
Mar 2, 2017 at 10:54 PM
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STRAILER
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Hey Phil,

Did you strip the head or the threads of the bolt, also a picture would really help us.

Best, Ken
Mar 3, 2017 at 8:59 AM
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