Muffler Replacement (EQ9/NA3)

Muffler Replacement (LH8 EQ9/NA3)

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) .
2. Remove the fuel tank assembly. Fuel Tank Replacement (Removal and Replacement) .




3. Remove the catalytic converter nuts (1).
4. Loosen the front exhaust muffler pipe at the catalytic converter clamp (2).
5. Separate the front exhaust muffler pipe hanger from the insulator.
6. Separate the front exhaust muffler pipe from the catalytic converters.




7. Separate the rear exhaust muffler pipe hangers from the exhaust insulators (1).
8. With the aid of an assistant, remove the exhaust muffler pipe (2) from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. To aid in the installation of the exhaust muffler pipe, add a lubricant to the exhaust insulators.
2. Position the front exhaust muffler pipe to the catalytic converters.
3. Install the front exhaust muffler pipe to the front exhaust insulator.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

4. Install the catalytic converter nuts (1).

Tighten the catalytic converter nuts to 45 N.m(33 lb ft).

5. Tighten the exhaust muffler clamp at the catalytic converter (2).

Tighten the exhaust muffler clamp to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).





6. Install the exhaust muffler pipe to the rear exhaust insulators (1).
7. Install the fuel tank assembly. Refer to Fuel Tank Replacement (Removal and Replacement) .
8. Lower the vehicle.
9. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody clearance.