Exhaust Pipe/Muffler Hanger: Service and Repair

Exhaust System Insulator, Hanger, Bracket Replacement

Removal Procedure
Caution: Refer to Exhaust Service Caution (Exhaust Service Caution) .
Caution: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Caution (Protective Goggles and Glove Caution) .

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
Important: Service the exhaust hangers individually in order to retain the support of the exhaust system.








Important: Do not use oil base lubricants.


2. Apply a soapy solution to the following in order to ease the removal of the hanger (1):

* The frame support bracket rod (2)
* The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)

3. Pry the exhaust pipe hanger (1) free from the following:

* The frame support bracket rod (2)
* The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)




Installation Procedure






Important: Do not use oil base lubricants.


1. Apply a soapy solution to the following in order to ease the installation of the hanger (1):

* The frame support bracket rod (2)
* The inner diameter of the exhaust pipe hanger (1)
* The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)

2. Press the exhaust pipe hanger (1) over the following:

* The frame support bracket rod (2)
* The exhaust pipe hanger rod (3)

3. Lower the vehicle.