Exhaust Y-Pipe: Removal

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NOTE: If the exhaust Y-Pipe is not being replaced, the LH and RHHO2S do not need to be removed from the exhaust Y-Pipe. Disconnecting the electrical connectors is still necessary.

NOTE: Clean all exhaust connections before reassembly.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
Disconnect the LH side HO2S electrical connector.

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Detach the wire from the retainer and disconnect the RH side HO2S electrical connector.

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Remove and discard the exhaust Y-pipe-to-catalytic converter bolts.

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Remove and discard the LH exhaust Y-pipe-to-exhaust manifold nuts.

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Remove and discard the RH exhaust Y-pipe-to-exhaust manifold nuts and remove the exhaust Y-pipe from the vehicle.

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