Exhaust Muffler Replacement Left

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Support the intermediate pipe.
3. Remove the left-side U-bolt clamp.



4. Remove the muffler hanger and the muffler/tailpipe assembly.

1. Install the muffler and the hanger.



2. Connect the muffler to the intermediate pipe.

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.

3. Install the left-side muffler U-bolt clamp.

Tighten
Tighten the clamp nuts to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).

Exhaust Muffler Replacement Right

Tools Required

J 29800 Cut-Off Tool

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Support the intermediate pipe.



3. Cut the intermediate pipe (1) as close to the muffler as the J 29800 cut-off tool will permit.



4. Remove the muffler hanger and the muffler/tailpipe assembly.

1. Install the muffler and the hanger.




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.

2. Connect the muffler to the intermediate pipe, using a U-bolt clamp.

Tighten
Tighten the clamp nuts to 55 N·m (41 lb ft).