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Removal Procedure

    Fig 1: Exhaust Pipe
    GM1631769Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement .
  2. To aid in removal, spray lubricant onto the hanger insulators.
  3. Separate the exhaust hanger insulators from the underbody exhaust hangers and lower the muffler assembly.
    4. Fig 2: View Of Heat Shield, Rivets & Nuts
    GM1631773Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Drill out and remove the 4 heat shield rivets (1).
  5. Remove the heat shield nut (2).
  6. Remove the heat shield.
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