Removal Procedure

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

Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE 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
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Remove the exhaust pipe hanger from the exhaust pipe and the exhaust hanger bracket.

Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Hanger Bracket Mounting Bolt
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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
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