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Removal Procedure

WARNING: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning .
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Fig 1: View Of Exhaust Pipe Hanger
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    NOTE: Service the exhaust hangers individually in order to retain the support of the exhaust system.
    NOTE: Do not use oil base lubricants.
  3. Apply a soapy solution to the following in order to ease the removal of the hanger (1):
    • The frame support bracket rod (2)
    • The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
  4. Pry the exhaust pipe hanger (1) free from the following:
    • The frame support bracket rod (2)
    • The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)