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Exhaust Manifold Removal - Left

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NOTE: Twist the spark plug boot one-half turn in order to release the boot. Pull on the spark plug boot only. Do not pull on the spark plug wire or the wire could be damaged.
  1. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plugs.
    1. 1.1. Rotate the spark plug wire boot one half turn.
    2. 1.2. Pull outward on the spark plug wire boot to release from the spark plug.
  2. Remove the spark plug wires from the spark plug wire retainers.
  3. Remove the exhaust manifold bolts and the stud.
  4. Remove the spark plug wire shields, if applicable, and the exhaust manifold.
    Fig 1: Removing Exhaust Manifold Bolts and Stud
    G01977706Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove and discard the exhaust manifold gaskets.
    Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Manifold Gaskets
    G01977707Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.