Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 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 LIFTING & JACKING THE VEHICLE .
NOTE: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.
Support the exhaust system.
Disconnect the insulators from the exhaust pipe.

Fig 1: Exhaust Pipe & Insulators
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Remove the catalytic converter bolts.
Remove the catalytic converter gasket.

Fig 2: Catalytic Converter Gasket & Bolts
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IMPORTANT: The cut must be made approximately 38 mm (1.5 in) from the mufflers to ensure adequate overlap for clamping.
Cut the exhaust pipe from the exhaust mufflers.
Remove the exhaust pipe from the vehicle.

Fig 3: Exhaust Pipe & Muffler
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