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Exhaust Manifold RH: Removal

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  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. Remove the bolts and the suspension support bar.
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  3. Evacuate the A/C system. Refer to: Air Conditioning (A/C) System Recovery, Evacuation and Charging - Vehicles With: R1234YF Refrigerant .
  4. NOTE: During the removal of components, cap, tape or otherwise appropriately protect all openings to prevent the ingress of dirt or other contamination. Remove protective materials prior to installation.

    • Remove the nuts and position the A/C lines aside.

    • Discard the O-ring seals.

    • Make sure to cover any open ports to prevent debris from entering the system.

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  5. Remove the bolts and the exhaust manifold heat shield.
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  6. Remove the RH front wheel and tire. Refer to: Wheel and Tire .
  7. Remove the splash shield pin-type retainer from the RH subframe.
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  8. Remove the following items:

    1. Remove the RH catalytic converter. Refer to: Catalytic Converter RH .
    2. Remove the EGR inlet tube. Refer to: Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Inlet Tube .

    • Remove the nuts and the exhaust manifold.

    • Discard the nuts.

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    • Remove and discard the exhaust manifold studs.

    • Remove and discard the exhaust manifold gasket.

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  9. Clean and inspect the RH exhaust manifold. Refer to: Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection .
  10. NOTE: Do not use metal scrapers, wire brushes, power abrasive discs or other abrasive means to clean the sealing surfaces. These may cause scratches and gouges resulting in leak paths. Use a plastic scraper to clean the sealing surfaces.

    Clean the exhaust manifold mating surface of the cylinder head.

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