Removal Procedure
- If equipped with a 2.4L engine remove the exhaust manifold pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (LAT) .
- If equipped with a 3.5L or 3.6L engine, remove the catalytic converters. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (LZ4) or Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side (LY7) and Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LZ4) or Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right Side (LY7) .
- Separate the first two muffler insulators from the hangers and support the muffler pipe.
- Remove the heat shield nuts.
- Remove the heat shield.