Removal Procedure
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CAUTION:
Refer to Exhaust Service Caution
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CAUTION:
Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution
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- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.IMPORTANT: Service the exhaust hangers individually in order to retain the support of the exhaust system.
- Apply a soapy solution to the following in order to ease the removal of the hanger (1):
- The frame support bracket rod (2)
- The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
- Pry the exhaust pipe hanger (1) free from the following:
- The frame support bracket rod (2)
- The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)
IMPORTANT:
Do not use oil base lubricants.