Muffler: Service and Repair

Exhaust Rear Muffler Replacement

Removal Procedure

Danger: Do not use a service jack in locations other than those specified to lift this vehicle. Lifting the vehicle with a jack in those other locations could cause the vehicle to slip off the jack and roll; this could cause injury or death.


Warning: Refer to Hot Exhaust System Warning Hot Exhaust System Warning.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.




2. Measure the distance "a" between the muffler and the connection of the exhaust on the new replacement muffler.
3. Transfer the measurement "a" to the exhaust pipe (1).
4. Separate the muffler at the determined cut line with a suitable tool.
5. Remove the exhaust muffler hanger bracket.

Installation Procedure





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

1. Install the rear exhaust muffler clamp onto the rear cut exhaust pipe.
2. Install the rear muffler exhaust hanger bracket and tighten the bolts to 22 Nm (16 lb ft).
3. Install the rear exhaust muffler (1) to the rear pipe and tighten the clamp nut (2) to 55 Nm (41 lb ft).
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Start the engine and check for exhaust leaks.