The removal procedure is to remove the catalytic converter, remove and discard the exhaust manifold pipe gasket if equipped with regular production options (RPOs) LZE/LZ9, remove and discard the exhaust manifold pipe gasket if equipped with RPO LS4, remove and discard the catalytic converter to muffler gasket if equipped with RPO LZE, remove and discard the catalytic converter to muffler seal if equipped with RPOs LS4/LZ9.