Removing Exhaust Pipe

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CAUTION: Hot components

Risk of burns

→ Let hot components cool down.

→ Wear personal protective gear.

Loosen and remove fastening screw -2- on the auxiliary heater holder (figure shows auxiliary heater installed).

Fig 1: Identifying Exhaust Pipe Holder With Fastening Screw
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Loosen clamp -1- on the auxiliary heater housing.

Fig 2: Loosening Clamp On Auxiliary Heater Housing
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Disconnect exhaust pipe at the auxiliary heater connection and remove it carefully.