Dorman 926-816 Catalytic Converter Flange - Front

Dorman 926-816 Catalytic Converter Flange Repair

Dorman 926-816 is an OE FIX catalytic converter flange repair kit for GM exhaust systems where the flex pipe has rusted or rotted but the converter remains serviceable. It provides a direct repair path for select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn front exhaust applications without replacing the full converter assembly.

• Weld-on replacement pipe with an integrated flex pipe
• Precision-engineered graphite gasket for the flange connection
• Includes studs and locking nuts for flange-to-manifold attachment
• Steel construction for exhaust repair service
• 63.5 mm pipe diameter and cylindrical pipe profile
• 3-bolt flange design with 11.2 mm flange thickness

Repair-Focused Exhaust Solution

This catalytic converter flange repair kit is built for situations where the converter body is still usable, but the front exhaust connection has failed from corrosion. Dorman 926-816 restores the damaged flange area with a weld-on pipe section and flex pipe assembly, helping return the exhaust connection to a secure, sealed condition. It is a practical option for Chevrolet HHR, Chevrolet Cobalt, Pontiac G5, Saturn Ion, and Pontiac Pursuit front exhaust repairs.

This part cross-references OE numbers such as 15806266 and 22939742 for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Address

• Rusted or rotted catalytic converter flex pipe
• Broken or leaking front exhaust flange connection
• Exhaust noise from a failed gasket or flange seal
• Corrosion damage at the manifold-to-converter joint
• Need to repair the front exhaust section without replacing the full converter assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

This is a weld-on repair component, so proper exhaust fabrication and alignment are important before final installation. Verify flange alignment, gasket seating, and pipe fitment before welding. Confirm the vehicle application by year, make, model, and front position before service. Dorman 926-816 is listed for 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt front, 2006-2011 Chevrolet HHR front, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5 front, 2005-2007 Saturn Ion front, and 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit front.

Quality Assurance

Dorman OE FIX parts are engineered as repair solutions for common OE failure points, using application-specific dimensions and hardware details to support a reliable exhaust repair.