Exhaust Manifold - Removal

REMOVAL





1. Disconnect the intake air temperature (IAT) sensor electrical connector (3).
2. Remove the clean air hose (2).
3. Remove the air cleaner housing (4).
4. Remove the engine cover (1).





5. Disconnect the negative battery cable (1).





6. Install Engine Support Fixture 8534B (1).





7. Raise and support the vehicle.

CAUTION: When servicing or replacing exhaust system components, disconnect the oxygen sensor connector(s). Allowing the exhaust to hang by the oxygen sensor wires will damage the harness and/or sensor.

8. Disconnect the oxygen sensor electrical connectors (2).
9. Saturate the front exhaust pipe/catalytic converter retaining bolts and nuts with Mopar(R) Rust Penetrant or equivalent and allow 5 minutes for penetration.
10. Remove the right and left exhaust pipe/catalytic converter assembly Catalytic Converter - Removal.





11. Remove the right and left engine mount through bolts (3).
12. Lower the vehicle.

CAUTION: Do not damage engine harness while raising the engine.

13. Using the Engine Support Fixture 8534B, raise the engine enough to gain access to the exhaust manifold retaining bolts.
14. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield.





15. Right Side: Using the sequence shown, remove the exhaust manifold retaining bolts.





16. Left Side: Using the sequence shown, remove the exhaust manifold retaining bolts.





17. Remove the exhaust manifold (2) and gasket, (left side shown, right similar).
18. Inspect the exhaust manifold for any damage Exhaust Manifold - Inspection.
19. Clean the mating surfaces (1, 2).