Exhaust Manifold Removal - Left Side CSV HSV VXR8

1. Loosen the exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining bolts (1) working from the outside to the centre.

Important: Bolts with micro-encapsulated thread sealant must be discarded after removal.

2. Remove the exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining bolts (1).

Discard the bolts.





Important: Make sure that the surrounding wiring harness and electrical connectors are not damaged when removing the exhaust manifold (2).

Important: The exhaust manifold gasket (1) and sealing ring (3) are single use parts. They must be discarded after removal.

Important: The left hand exhaust manifold can only be removed from underneath the vehicle.

3. Remove the exhaust manifold (2).

Discard the exhaust manifold gasket (1) and sealing ring (3).

Exhaust Manifold Removal - Left Side LWB SWB

Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution in the Preface section.




1. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield to exhaust manifold retaining bolts (2).
2. Remove the exhaust manifold heat shield (1).




Important: Bolts with micro-encapsulated thread sealant must be discarded after removal.

Important: Make sure all the bolt holes are thoroughly cleaned and all micro-encapsulated thread sealant is removed.

3. Remove the exhaust manifold to cylinder head retaining bolts (1).

•	Discard the bolts.

•	Clean the bolt holes.





Important: Make sure that the surrounding wiring harness and electrical connectors are not damaged when removing the exhaust manifold (2).

Important: The exhaust manifold gasket (1) and sealing ring (3) are single use parts. They must be discarded after removal.

4. Remove the exhaust manifold (2).

Discard the exhaust manifold gasket (1) and sealing ring (3).