Manifold, Exhaust: Removal: Removal

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Fig 1: Engine Cover - 2.4L

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Remove engine cover (1).
Disconnect negative cable from battery.

Fig 2: Exhaust Manifold Heat Shield
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Remove bolts (2) attaching upper heat shield.
Remove upper heat shield (1).

Fig 3: Exhaust Manifold Bolts, Heat Shield & Oxygen Sensor Connector
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Disconnect exhaust pipe (1) from manifold.
Disconnect oxygen sensor electrical connector (3).

Fig 4: Exhaust Manifold Support Bracket
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Remove manifold support bracket (2).
Remove lower exhaust manifold heat shield.

Fig 5: Exhaust Manifold Retaining Fasteners Tightening Sequence
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Remove exhaust manifold retaining fasteners.
Remove and discard manifold gasket.