Removal and Installation: Removal

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Remove the heat shields [(RH), (LH) and (center)]. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Remove the wheel and tire using power tool. Refer to Removal and Installation .
Remove the fender protector. Refer to Removal and Installation - Front Fender Protector .
Remove the nuts (D) connecting the transfer tube [bank 1 (3)] to the exhaust manifold.

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Remove the nuts (B) and studs (C) connecting the right transfer tube (3) to the collector pipe.
Remove the bolts (A) connecting the transfer tube [bank 1 (3)] to the EGR valve.
Remove the transfer tube [bank 1 (3)] and discard the gaskets (1), (2), and (4).
CAUTION:
- To avoid possible engine and system damage or performance issues:
  - Brush away all dirt and debris from the area prior to opening any fuel, air intake, exhaust, cooling, aftertreatment or other engine system.
  - To avoid contamination, any open engine system ports must be closed immediately with clean care caps or an appropriate covering.
  - Do not allow any debris to fall into the engine.
  - Do not allow any chemical cleaners to enter the engine or any open systems during the cleaning process.
- Do not reuse the gaskets (1), (2), and (4).
Use compressed air to clean around the fittings where the exhaust gas pressure sensor tube connects to the intake manifold.
WARNING:
When using compressed air for cleaning, to avoid the risk of personal injury from flying debris and dirt:
- Do not exceed 207 kPa (2.111 kg/cm ² , 30 psi).
- Wear appropriate eye protection and protective clothing including gloves.
NOTE: Apply a suitable penetrating oil to the exhaust gas pressure sensor tube connection at the transfer tube (bank 2).
Remove the bolts (A) securing the exhaust gas pressure sensor tube (1) to the intake manifold.

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CAUTION: Do not reuse the O-ring.
Remove the nut (A) connecting the exhaust pressure sensor tube (1) to the transfer tube [bank 2 (2)] and remove the exhaust pressure sensor tube (1).

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Remove the nuts (B) and studs (A) connecting the transfer tube [bank 2 (3)] to the exhaust manifold collector pipe.

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Remove the nuts (D) connecting the transfer tube [bank 2 (3)] to the exhaust manifold.
Remove the transfer tube [bank 2 (3)] and discard the gaskets (1) and (2).
CAUTION: Do not reuse the gaskets (1) and (2).
Remove studs [C (if necessary)].
Remove the exhaust manifold collector pipe using the following steps (if necessary):

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1. Remove the nuts (B) connecting the exhaust manifold collector pipe (2) to the turbocharger.
2. Remove the exhaust manifold collector pipe and discard the gasket (1).
  CAUTION:
  - To avoid possible engine and system damage or performance issues:
    
    Brush away all dirt and debris from the area prior to opening any fuel, air intake, exhaust, cooling, aftertreatment or other engine system.
    
    To avoid contamination, any open engine system ports must be closed immediately with clean care caps or an appropriate covering.
    
    Do not allow any debris to fall into the engine.
    
    Do not allow any chemical cleaners to enter the engine or any open systems during the cleaning process.
  - Do not reuse the gasket.
3. Remove studs (A).