Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning

WARNING: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning .

Lower the rear axle. Refer to Rear Axle Replacement .
Remove the rear exhaust muffler (2) from the exhaust isolators (1).

Fig 1: Rear Exhaust Muffler & Isolators
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Remove the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) and discard the gasket (2).

Fig 2: 3-Way Catalytic Converter & Exhaust Gasket
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Remove the 3-way catalytic converter (4) from the exhaust isolators (3).
Lower the exhaust intermediate pipe and muffler assembly from the vehicle.