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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Support the exhaust system.
  3. Fig 1: Locating Catalytic Converter Bolts
    GM372616Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the catalytic converter bolts.
  5. Remove the catalytic converter gasket.
  6. Fig 2: View Of Muffler
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  7. Remove the exhaust hanger insulators from the muffler.
  8. Remove the muffler from the support.