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Removal Procedure

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    Fig 1: Right Exhaust Manifold & Catalytic Converter Pipe
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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor (HO2S) electrical connector.
  3. NOTE: Refer to Catalytic Converter Movement Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Remove the exhaust manifold nuts (2) from the exhaust manifold pipe studs.
  5. IMPORTANT: Support the exhaust system where hangers are removed.
  6. Remove the catalytic converter exhaust hangers.
  7. Reposition the exhaust system.
  8. Remove the exhaust manifold pipe gasket (1).