Presilencer and Middle Pipe Removal Note

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Remove the presilencer and the middle pipe as a single unit.
Secure the middle pipe in a vice.

Fig 1: Securing Middle Pipe In Vice
Remove the presilencer from the middle pipe using the following procedure.
1. As shown in the figure, place alignment marks on the presilencer and the middle pipe so that they can be re-assembled to their original position.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Alignment Marks On Presilencer And Middle Pipe
2. Loosen the nut shown in the figure.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Clamp Nut
3. As shown in the figure, spread the connection area of the presilencer and the middle pipe outward using a flathead screwdriver.
  
  Fig 4: Spreading Connection Area Of Presilencer And Middle Pipe Outward Using Flathead Screwdriver
4. Remove the presilencer from the middle pipe in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
  NOTE:
  - If the removal is difficult, the middle pipe can be removed easily by spraying penetrant lubricating spray on the connection area of the presilencer and the middle pipe.
    
    Fig 5: Identifying Presilencer Removal Direction