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Muffler Inlet Pipe: Removal

    CAUTION: When repairing the exhaust system or removing exhaust components, disconnect the heated oxygen sensors (HO2S) (9F472) at the wiring harness to prevent damage to the sensors and harness.
    1. Disconnect the HO2S electrical connectors.
  2. Raise and support the vehicle; refer to JACKING & HOISTING .
  3. Remove the muffler; refer to MUFFLER .
  4. Remove the three way catalytic converter (TWC) to muffler inlet pipe and resonator nuts and bolts.
    Fig 1: Removing TWC Converter Resonator Nuts
    G01372664Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Remove and discard the exhaust converter outlet gasket (5E241).
  6. Remove the crossmember.
    1. Remove the bolts.
    2. Remove the crossmember.
    Fig 2: Removing Crossmember
    G01372665Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Pry the three exhaust hanger insulators (5F262) from the mounting hooks.
    Fig 3: Prying Three Exhaust Hanger Insulators From Mounting Hooks
    G01372666Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. Remove the muffler inlet pipe and resonator (5A289).
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