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Exhaust Manifold Removal-Right (C/K/C3500HD)

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Important:  Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.

  1. Remove the right spark plug wires from the spark plugs and ignition coils.
    Fig 1: Spark Plug Wires (C/K/C3500HD)
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  2. Remove the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) pipe bolts from the EGR adapter plate.
  3. Remove the EGR pipe nuts from the right exhaust manifold.
  4. Remove the EGR pipe bracket bolt.
  5. Remove the EGR pipe and gaskets.
    Fig 2: EGR Pipe, Bracket, Nuts & Bolts (C/K/C3500HD)
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  6. Remove the right exhaust manifold heat shield bolts and nuts.
  7. Remove the right exhaust manifold heat shield.
    Fig 3: Right Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield, Bolts & Nuts (C/K/C3500HD)
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  8. Remove the right exhaust manifold nuts and center bolt.
  9. Remove the right exhaust manifold.
  10. Remove the right exhaust manifold gasket.
    Fig 4: Right Exhaust Manifold & Gasket (C/K/C3500HD)
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  11. Remove the right spark plugs.
    Fig 5: Right Spark Plug (C/K/C3500HD)
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  12. Remove the exhaust manifold studs, if necessary.
    Fig 6: Exhaust Manifold Studs (C/K/C3500HD)
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