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Exhaust Manifold - RH: Removal

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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 transmission filler tube. For additional information, refer to AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - TORQSHIFT .
  3. Remove the starter. For additional information, refer to STARTING SYSTEM - GASOLINE ENGINES .
  4. Remove the RH inner fenderwell. For additional information, refer to FRONT END BODY PANELS .
  5. Remove the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM .
  6. Remove the 2 bolts and the exhaust manifold heat shield.
  7. Remove and discard the 10 exhaust manifold nuts and the 10 exhaust manifold-to-cylinder head studs.
  8. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These tools cause scratches and gouges which make leak paths. Use a plastic scraping tool to remove all traces of old sealant. Failure to follow this procedure may cause future oil leakage.

    Remove the exhaust manifold and discard the exhaust manifold gaskets.

    • Clean the sealing surfaces with metal surface prep. Follow the directions on the packaging.
  9. Inspect the exhaust manifold. For additional information, refer to ENGINE SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .
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