Resonator Removal/Installation

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Remove the cover (A) and duct (B).

Fig 1: Identifying Resonator Cover And Duct
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Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Center-punch each of the rivets (A), and drill their heads off with a 0.07 in (2 mm) drill bit (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Center-Punch Of Rivets
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Remove the resonator (A).

Fig 3: Identifying Resonator
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Install the resonator (A) with the rivets (B) firmly.

Fig 4: Identifying Resonator With Rivets
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Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.