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Removal Procedure

WARNING:

Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning .

WARNING:

Refer to Safety Glasses Warning .

  1. Lower the frame enough to allow clearance to remove the front pipe. Refer to Frame Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: Exhaust Gasket, Rear Muffler Pipe And Fasteners
    GM2632537Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Remove the front pipe exhaust fasteners (1) from the rear muffler pipe (3) and discard the exhaust gasket (2).
    3. Fig 2: Gasket And Fasteners
    GM2632536Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Remove the fasteners (1) from the rear catalytic converter and discard the gasket (2).
    4. Fig 3: Front Exhaust Pipe
    GM2632535Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the fasteners (1) from the front catalytic converter and discard the gasket (3).
  5. Slide out the exhaust front pipe (2) and lower to the floor.
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