Removal and Installation

NOTE: Always install new fasteners and gaskets. Clean flange faces prior to new gasket installation to make sure of correct sealing.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-intermediate pipe nuts.
- Discard the nuts and gasket.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
Remove the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-LH catalytic converter nuts, the 2 exhaust Y-pipe-to-RH catalytic converter nuts, and the Y-pipe.
- Discard the nuts and gaskets.
- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
- Install new gaskets and nuts.
Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.