Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACEMENT in Engine Exhaust.
Remove the right side muffler. Refer to MUFFLER REPLACEMENT -- RIGHT in Engine Exhaust.
Remove the driveline tunnel closeout panel. Refer to DRIVELINE TUNNEL CLOSEOUT PANEL REPLACEMENT in Propeller Shaft.
Disconnect the transmission oil cooler (TOC) rear upper and lower pipe fittings from the junction fittings at the engine flywheel housing, then cap the pipes and plug the junction fittings to prevent contamination.

Fig 1: Disconnecting TOC Rear Upper & Lower Pipe Fittings From Junction Fittings At Engine Flywheel Housing
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Disconnect the TOC rear upper and lower pipe fittings from the transmission fittings, then cap the pipes and plug the transmission fittings to prevent contamination.

Fig 2: Disconnecting TOC Rear Upper & Lower Pipe Fittings From Transmission Fittings
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Remove the TOC rear pipe rear clip.

Fig 3: TOC Rear Pipe Rear Clip
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Remove the TOC rear pipe middle clip.
Remove the TOC rear pipe front and rear clamp bolts and clamps.
Remove the TOC rear pipes from the vehicle.

Fig 4: Removing TOC Rear Pipe Front & Rear Clamp Bolts & Clamps
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