Removal Procedure

Special Tools 

CH-6614  Chain Pipe Cutter

For equivalent regional tools, refer to Special Tools .

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
Fig 1: Rear Muffler Cutting Position
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2. Cut the exhaust rear muffler (2) with the CH-6614  pipe cutter at position (1).
Fig 2: Rear Exhaust Muffler & Isolators
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3. Remove the rear exhaust muffler (2) from the exhaust isolators (1).
4. Sand smooth the front exhaust pipe for ease of installation.
5. Remove the exhaust rear muffler.
Fig 3: 3-Way Catalytic Converter & Exhaust Gasket
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6. Remove the exhaust front pipe fasteners (1) and discard the gasket (2).
7. Remove the 3-way catalytic converter (4) from the exhaust isolators (3).
Fig 4: Intermediate Exhaust Components
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8. Lower the intermediate exhaust front muffler pipe (5).
9. Remove and transfer the catalytic converter, if necessary.