Removal Procedure
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting and Jacking in General Information.
- Remove the exhaust pipe hanger nut.
- Loosen the muffler clamp.
- Slide the exhaust pipe out of the exhaust muffler.
- Slide the exhaust muffler from the exhaust muffler bracket.
- Remove the exhaust muffler from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the exhaust muffler to the vehicle.
- Slide the exhaust muffler onto the exhaust muffler bracket.
- Slide the exhaust pipe into the exhaust muffler.
- Tighten the muffler clamp.
- Install the exhaust pipe hanger nut.
- Lower the vehicle.
Important: In order to ensure proper tailpipe extension to the rear fascia alignment, when reinstalling exhaust mufflers be sure to follow specifications.
Tighten
Tighten the muffler clamp to 38 N·m (28 lb ft).
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 muffler hanger nut to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).
