Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Intermediate Pipe To Muffler (2.2L)

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Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
If equipped with a 2.2L (L61) engine, remove the intermediate pipe to muffler nuts.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Catalytic Converter To Muffler (3.5L)

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If equipped with a 3.5L (LX9) engine, remove the rear catalytic converter to muffler nuts.

Fig 3: Releasing Exhaust Pipe Insulators From Underbody Hangers

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With the aid of an assistant, remove the muffler from the hangers.