Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Hummer H2. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Exhaust Manifold Pipe Nuts (Left)

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Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the exhaust manifold pipe nuts.
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the spark plug wires. Refer to Spark Plug Wire Replacement .

Fig 2: Exhaust Manifold Bolts, Manifold & Gasket

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Remove the exhaust manifold bolts, manifold, and gasket.
Discard the gasket.

Fig 3: View Of Left Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield & Bolts

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Remove the heat shield bolts (3), and shield (2) from the exhaust manifold (1), if necessary.
Clean and inspect the exhaust manifold, if the manifold is not being replaced. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Cleaning and Inspection .