:	May 7, 2004

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: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands. Raise and support the vehicle.

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Disconnect the RH catalytic converter from the muffler assembly.   Remove the 2 nuts.   Discard the gasket.

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Disconnect the LH catalytic converter from the muffler assembly.   Remove the nut and release the retaining clamp.

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With assistance, remove the muffler assembly.   Disconnect the 5 exhaust hangers.

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:   Do not disassemble further if the component is removed for access only. Remove the LH tail pipe.   Using 100-051, cut the tail pipe at the point indicated by a depression in the pipe.

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Remove the RH tail pipe.   Using 100-051, cut the tail pipe at the point indicated by a depression in the pipe.

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:   Do not tighten the retaining clamp at this stage. Position the RH tail pipe to the muffler assembly.   Clean the components.   Install the retaining clamp.

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:   Do not tighten the retaining clamp at this stage. Position the LH tail pipe to the muffler assembly.   Clean the components.   Install the retaining clamp.

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With assistance, install the muffler assembly.   Attach the exhaust hangers.   Install a new gasket.   Tighten the catalytic converter nuts and clamp to 48 Nm (35 lb.ft).

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Align both tail pipes and tighten the retaining clamps to 55 Nm (40 lb.ft).