Remove the front exhaust pipe from the engine

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Fig 1: Front Exhaust Pipe, Exhaust Manifold, And Gasket With Torque Specifications

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Apply rustproofing agent.
Remove the nuts. Pull the pipe from manifold.

Securing engine

Install special tools 9995682 between the towing eyelet and the engine (use a M10 bolt at the rear side of the engine).