Exhaust Manifold Removal - Right

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.

Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs and ignition coils.

Fig 1: View Of Spark Plug Wires (Right)

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Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and nuts.
Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield.

Fig 2: View Of Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield (Right)

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Remove the exhaust manifold nuts and center bolt.
Remove the exhaust manifold.
Remove the exhaust manifold gasket.

Fig 3: View Of Exhaust Manifold, Gasket & Nuts (Right)

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Remove the spark plugs, if required.

Fig 4: View Of Spark Plugs (Right)

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Remove the exhaust manifold studs, if required.

Fig 5: View Of Exhaust Manifold Studs (Right)

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