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Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement (3.8L Engine) , Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left (5.7L Engine)  and Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right (5.7L Engine) .
  2. Remove the exhaust heat shield bolts (2, 3).
  3. Remove the exhaust heat shield (1).
    Fig 1: Removing Exhaust Heat Shield
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  4. Unhook the exhaust heat shield from the converter heat shield.
  5. Remove the exhaust heat shield.
    Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Heat Shield
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