Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the exhaust mufler pipe flange bolts.
- Remove the exhaust pipe hanger insulator retainers from the exhaust system.
- Remove the hanger insulators from the resonator.
- Remove the exhaust pipe hanger insulators from the mufflers.
- Remove the exhaust resonator clamps from the exhaust resonator.
- Separate the exhaust resonator from the exhaust muffler pipes.
Installation Procedure
- Install the exhaust resonator onto the exhaust muffler pipes.
- Install the exhaust pipe hanger insulators to the mufflers.
- Install the exhaust pipe hanger insulators to the resonator.
- Install the hanger insulator retainers to the support rods to the resonator and the mufflers.
- Install the exhaust mufler pipe flange bolts.
- Install the exhaust resonator clamps.
- Inspect all exhaust system clearances. Refer to Exhaust System Clearances .
- Start the engine and inspect the exhaust system for leaks.
- Lower the vehicle.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the exhaust mufler pipe flange bolts to 40 N·m
(30 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the exhaust resonator clamp nuts to 25 N·m
(18 lb ft).
