FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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Installation







INSTALLATION

NOTE: Always work from the front to rear of exhaust system when aligning and tightening exhaust system components.

1. Loosely attach exhaust pipe to cross-under pipe.
2. Loosely install resonator/pipe and muffler/pipe assembly to exhaust pipe.
3. Install support isolators to muffler supports.
4. Align exhaust pipe and resonator/muffler pipe assembly to maintain position and proper clearance with underbody parts. All support isolators should have equal load on them. Tighten fasteners attaching exhaust pipe to cross-under pipe to 28 Nm (250 in. lbs.).
5. Tighten resonator/pipe assembly band clamp to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
6. Connect ground strap to muffler.
7. Lower vehicle.
8. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.
9. Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.