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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
    2. IMPORTANT: Do not reuse any component of the exhaust system that is corroded or damaged.
  2. Inspect the exhaust system components to determine if they can be reused.
    3. Fig 1: Locating Resonator Pipe Cut
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  3. Cut (1) the resonator pipe as close to the exhaust hanger as possible.
  4. Separate the resonator and tailpipe assembly from the hanger insulators.
  5. Remove the resonator and tailpipe assembly.
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