Muffler: Service and Repair
Removal Procedure1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the two nuts from the catalytic converter assembly (1) and separate from the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly (2).
3. Remove the hangers supporting the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly (7).
4. Remove the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly from the vehicle.
5. Clean the gasket and the seal mating surfaces.
Installation Procedure
Important: When installing a new exhaust system component, always use new gaskets and seals.
1. Install the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly to the vehicle.
2. Support the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly with hangers.
3. Attach the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly (7) with a new gasket to the catalytic converter assembly (5).
4. Secure the resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly with two nuts. Do not fully tighten the nuts.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. Align all system components before tightening the fasteners, in order to prevent noise or vibrations.
^ Tighten the catalytic converter to resonator/muffler/tail pipe assembly bolts to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
6. Lower the vehicle.