Exhaust System - 3.9L: Notes

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Special Tool(s)

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool(s)

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Material

Fig 2: Material Specifications

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
Remove the bolts and the brace.

Fig 3: Locating Bolts
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Remove the components in the order indicated in the figure below.

Fig 4: Exhaust System Components Removal Sequence
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
Check and, if necessary, align the exhaust system.