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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying CPA & HO2S Connectors (2.2L)
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  1. Remove the muffler assembly. Refer to Muffler Replacement .
  2. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) retainer (1).
  3. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector (2).
    4. Fig 2: Identifying HO2S Sensor (2.2L)
    GM1523745Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: The HO2S uses a permanently attached pigtail and connector. This pigtail should not be removed from the sensor. Damage or removal of the pigtail or connector will affect proper operation of the sensor.
  4. Remove the HO2S.
    5. Fig 3: Identifying Exhaust Manifold/Catalytic Converter (2.2L)
    GM1523749Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the exhaust manifold/catalytic converter to intermediate pipe nuts.
  6. Remove the intermediate pipe.
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