Catalytic Converter, Removing And Installing: Removing

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-- Install the engine cover and heat shield. Refer to ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the air filter housing. Refer to AIR FILTER HOUSING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the left and right nuts -arrows-.

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-- Remove the center and rear noise insulation. Refer to NOISE INSULATION, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the left and right nuts -2-.

-- Remove the bolt -1- and remove the left front muffler from the catalytic converter.

-- Disconnect the connector -1- for the Oxygen Sensor After Catalytic Converter -G130- and free up the wire.

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-- Loosen and remove the screw-type clamps -3-.

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-- Remove the catalytic converter -2- from the front muffler -1-.