Which cutting line to choose

Note the dent marks (3) around the exhaust pipe. There will be 3 marks at each cutting position.

Fig 1: Exhaust Pipe Cutting Lines
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

NOTE: The pipe must be cut that the dent marks are completely removed.
- Cut on line (1) left from the dent mark (3) to replace part (4) of the exhaust system.
- Cut on line (2) right from the dent mark (3) to replace part (5) of the exhaust system.