EXHAUST PIPE REMOVAL


  1. DRAIN COOLANT (for Engine w/ Exhaust Heat Recirculation System)

    Note

    Do not remove the reserve tank cap and radiator drain cock plug while the engine and radiator are still hot. Pressurized, hot engine coolant and steam may be released and cause serious burns.


    1. A003Z8O

      Loosen the radiator drain cock plug.

      Tech Tips

      Collect the coolant in a container and dispose of it according to the local regulations.

    2. Remove the reserve tank cap and drain the coolant.

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      *1 Reserve Tank Cap *2 Radiator Drain Cock Plug

  2. REMOVE TAIL EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY


    1. A003ZCM

      Remove the 2 bolts and 2 compression springs.

    2. Remove the tail exhaust pipe assembly from the 3 exhaust pipe supports.

    3. Remove the gasket from the front exhaust pipe assembly.

  3. REMOVE FRONT NO. 3 ENGINE UNDER COVER


    1. A003X24

      Remove the 4 clips and front No. 3 engine under cover.

  4. REMOVE FRONT CENTER FLOOR BRACE


    1. A003XBU

      Remove the 4 bolts and front center floor brace.

  5. REMOVE HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR


    1. A003ZNH

      Disconnect the heated oxygen sensor connector.

    2. Remove the wire harness bracket.

    3. Remove the bolt and separate the wire harness clamp bracket.

    4. A003VQ4

      Disconnect the wire harness to remove the wire harness clamp bracket.

    5. A003ZOTE04

      Using SST, remove the heated oxygen sensor.

      SST
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  6. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY (w/ Exhaust Heat Recirculation System)

    CAUTION:

    Perform this procedure when the coolant is not hot.


    1. A003WKV

      Disconnect the 2 heater water hoses.

    2. A003W04

      Remove the 2 bolts and 2 compression springs.

    3. Remove the front exhaust pipe assembly from the 2 exhaust pipe supports.

    4. Remove the gasket from the exhaust manifold.

  7. REMOVE FRONT EXHAUST PIPE ASSEMBLY (w/o Exhaust Heat Recirculation System)


    1. A003X4N

      Remove the 2 bolts and 2 compression springs.

    2. Remove the front exhaust pipe assembly from the 2 exhaust pipe supports.

    3. Remove the gasket from the exhaust manifold.