Where is the second catalytic converter located?

2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU
198,000 MILES • 3.6L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TEE87
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The car listed above is an LT.

Hello, i have to replace my 2nd cat and need to know location of the 2nd catalytic converter.
Sep 15, 2023 at 9:32 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

When you say converter 2, are you referring to bank 2? If so, bank 1 is the side of the engine closest to the firewall. Bank 2 faces you when you open the hood. See pic below.

Let me know if that is what you need.

Take care,

Joe

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