Removal Procedure

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

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING in General Information.
Support the exhaust system.
Remove the exhaust pipe hanger (3) from the exhaust pipe (2) and the exhaust hanger bracket (1).

Fig 1: Removing Exhaust Pipe Hanger From Exhaust Pipe And Exhaust Hanger Bracket
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Remove the exhaust pipe hanger from the exhaust pipe and the exhaust hanger bracket.

Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Pipe Hanger From Exhaust Pipe And Exhaust Hanger Bracket
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Remove the exhaust pipe rear hangers from the muffler and the rear exhaust hanger brackets.

Fig 3: Removing Exhaust Pipe Rear Hangers From Muffler And Rear Exhaust Hanger Brackets
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