Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution .

CAUTION: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution .

Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield Replacement - Right Side .

Fig 1: View Of Right Catalytic Converter

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Remove the catalytic converter nuts.

Fig 2: Removing & Installing Right Exhaust Manifold

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Remove the exhaust manifold bolts.
Remove the exhaust manifold and discard the exhaust manifold gasket.
If reusing the exhaust manifold, clean and inspect the exhaust manifold sealing surfaces. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection - Right Side .