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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Remove the Heated Oxygen Sensor 2 (HO2S2). Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 2 (FWD) or Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Position 2 (AWD) in Engine Controls - 1.8L (LV6).
  3. Fig 1: Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S1), Exhaust Pipe Hanger, Springs And Bolts
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  4. Remove the bolts securing the front pipe to the Three-Way Catalytic Converter (TWC).

    Remove the bolt and clamp securing the Three-Way Catalytic Converter (TWC) to the muffler/tail pipe assembly.

  5. Remove the hangers from the rear of the TWC (2).
  6. Remove the TWC from the vehicle.
  7. Clean the gasket and seal mating surfaces.