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Removal Procedure

    CAUTION: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution .
    Fig 1: View of Exhaust Manifold
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    NOTE: Refer to Flex Decoupler Notice .
  1. Remove the exhaust manifold cover with the bolts.
  2. Fig 2: View of Catalytic Converter Upper Flange Nut
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  3. Remove the catalytic converter upper flange nut.
  4. Fig 3: View of Connecting Pipe Mounting Bracket
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  5. Remove the connecting pipe mounting bracket bolt.
  6. Remove the catalytic converter lower flange nuts.
  7. Remove the catalytic converter and the gasket.