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Disconnect plug connections on both monitor sensors.

Release screw connection for temperature sensor.

Release screw connections (1) between exhaust manifold and catalytic converter.

Fig 1: Removing Screws Between Exhaust Manifold And Catalytic Converter

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Installation:

Check gaskets, replace if necessary.

Replace self-locking nuts.

Coat threads with -CRC- copper paste .

Release screw connections (1) between center muffler and rear mufflers.

Remove catalytic converter towards bottom.

Installation:

Check gaskets, replace if necessary.

Replace self-locking nuts.

Coat threads with -CRC- copper paste .

Fig 2: Releasing Screw Connections Between Center Muffler And Rear Mufflers

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Release screw connections between catalytic converter and center muffler.

Fig 3: Removing Screws Between Catalytic Converter And Center Muffler

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Installation:

Check gaskets, replace if necessary.

Coat threads with -CRC- copper paste.

Detach center muffler from catalytic converter.

If necessary, replace center muffler.