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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSATURN2000SC2 AUTOMATIC, MP6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ENGINE MECHANICALENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEMREMOVAL AND INSTALLATIONRESONATOR (2ND DESIGN 1998-2000 MODEL YEAR - DOHC ONLY)REMOVAL

2000 Saturn SC2 Automatic, MP6

RESONATOR (2nd DESIGN 1998-2000 MODEL YEAR - DOHC ONLY): Removal

2000 Saturn SC2 Automatic, MP6SECTION Removal

NOTE: This new design exhaust system resonator should only be used when resonator requires replacement. If exhaust system intermediate pipe requires replacement, original service part (P/N 21013306) should still be used along with the "Intermediate Pipe" procedure in the previous section of this service manual.

Raise vehicle on hoist.
Measure and mark intermediate pipe at location shown in illustration at distance of 86 cm (34 in.) behind gasket surface of catalytic converter flange.
Using Chain Cutter SA1968NE (or equivalent) cut intermediate pipe at marked location.

Fig 1: Location To Cut Intermediate Pipe
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Remove nuts at outlet of catalytic converter to intermediate pipe.
Remove catalytic converter gasket and discard.

Fig 2: Converter To Intermediate Pipe And Gasket
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Remove resonator from vehicle.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.