Exhaust Manifold Removal

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NOTE:
In the event that a bolt breaks upon removal of components, perform an extraction of the broken bolt.

Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield bolts (2).
Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield (1).
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Remove the exhaust manifold brace nuts (1) and discard.
Remove the exhaust manifold brace bolts (3).
Remove the exhaust manifold brace (2).
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Remove and discard the exhaust manifold to cylinder head bolts (3).
Remove the exhaust manifold (1).
Remove and discard the exhaust manifold gasket (2).
Clean all of the sealing surfaces.