Exhaust Pipe/Muffler Hanger: Service and Repair
Exhaust System Insulator, Hanger, Bracket Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning (Exhaust Service Warning).
Warning: Refer to Protective Goggles and Glove Warning (Protective Goggles and Glove Warning).
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
Note: Service the exhaust hangers individually in order to retain the support of the exhaust system.
Note: 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
Note: 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.