Expedition 4WD V8-4.6L SOHC VIN 6 (1997)
7. Lower the muffler heat shield.
1. Remove the two front bolts.
2. Lower the heat shield.
8. Remove the four tube brackets.
1. Remove the nuts.
2. Remove the bracket by inserting a screw driver in the bracket slot and twisting.
CAUTION: Pull the bracket off the stud before attempting to pry it off the tubes.
9. Cut the tube in the positions shown.
10. Remove and discard the cut sections.
INSTALLATION