Which cutting line to choose

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Buick Cascada. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:
The pipe must be cut that the dent marks are completely removed.

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