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Removal and Installation

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  2. Remove the exhaust intermediate pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST INTERMEDIATE PIPE - 2.5L, HYBRID .
  3. Remove the 2 exhaust bracket bolts.
    • To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
  4. Remove the 2 exhaust downpipe-to-exhaust manifold nuts and the exhaust downpipe.
    • To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Install new gaskets and nuts.