Exhaust System - V8 S/C 5.0L Petrol (G1509422): Removal

WARNING: Observe due care when working near a hot exhaust system.

NOTE:

This procedure contains some variation in the illustrations depending on the vehicle specification, but the essential information is always correct.
This procedure contains illustrations showing certain components removed to provide extra clarity.

Raise and support the vehicle on a suitable 2 post lift.
Refer to: JACKING AND LIFTING
Remove the engine undershield.
Refer to: ENGINE UNDERSHIELD
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- Remove the 3 M6 bolts.
- Remove the 8 M10 bolts.
- Remove the screw.
- Remove the transmission undershield.
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- Remove the 6 bolts.
- Remove the transmission heatshield.
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- Release the rear left Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) connector heatshield.
- Disconnect the rear left HO2S connector.
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- Release the rear right HO2S connector heatshield.
- Disconnect the rear right HO2S connector.
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- Release the wiring harness clip.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
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- Release the wiring harness from the 3 clips.
- Disconnect the electrical connector.
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- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Release the left body undershield.
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- Remove the 2 bolts.
- Remove the transmission mounting brace.
CAUTION: Make sure that the exhaust system is supported with suitable retaining straps.

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Remove the 4 exhaust mounting rubbers.
NOTE:
- The step must be done on both sides.
- This procedure contains illustrations for left side components, right side components are similar.
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Remove and discard the 2 exhaust manifold nuts.
NOTE: This step requires the aid of another technician.

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- Remove the 2 exhaust mounting rubbers.
- With assistance, remove the exhaust system.
NOTE: Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only.

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- Remove the 2 exhaust damper bolts.
- Remove the 2 exhaust dampers.
NOTE: Only do the following step(s) if a new component is to be installed.

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Using the special tool, remove the 4 HO2Ss from the 2 catalytic converters.

Special Tool(s): JLR-303-1666