Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Suzuki XL7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Refer to EXHAUST SERVICE CAUTION .
Refer to PROTECTIVE GOGGLES AND GLOVE CAUTION .

Fig 1: Removing Catalytic Converter

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Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield. Refer to Removal Procedure .
Remove the catalytic converter to exhaust manifold nuts (1).
Remove the right catalytic converter. Refer to Removal Procedure .
Remove the exhaust manifold bolts.

Fig 2: Removing Exhaust Manifold
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NOTE: Do not reuse the gasket.
Remove the exhaust manifold and gasket out from vehicle. Discard the gasket.