Removing the left and right catalytic converters

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
In order to be able to remove the catalytic converter for cylinders 5 to 8, the catalytic converter for cylinders 1 to 4 also needs to be removed.

Loosen circlip (1) and remove.
Loosen circlip (2) and remove.

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Loosen screws (1) .
Loosen screws (2) .
Loosen screw (3) .
Remove holder (4) .

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Loosen screws (1) .
Loosen screws (2) .
Loosen screw (3) .
Remove holder (4) .

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Remove the catalytic converter (1) for the cylinders 1 to 4 in arrow direction.

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Unscrew and remove the catalytic converter (1) for the cylinders 1 to 4 in arrow direction.

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Remove the catalytic converter (1) for the cylinders 5 to 8 in arrow direction.

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Unscrew and remove the catalytic converter (1) for the cylinders 5 to 8 in arrow direction.

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