Muffler: Service and Repair

Muffler And Tailpipe

Removal and Installation

NOTE: The production muffler and tailpipe assembly is a one-piece design. The service muffler and tailpipe assembly is serviced with two pieces. RH shown, LH similar.





1. WARNING: The electrical power to the air suspension system must be turned off prior to hoisting, jacking or towing an air suspension vehicle. Failure to do so can result in unexpected inflation or deflation of the air springs, which can result in shifting of the vehicle during these operations.

Turn the air suspension switch off.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.





3. Remove the clamp.





4. Using a suitable exhaust cutter, separate the muffler from the tailpipe.





5. Detach the insulator and remove the tailpipe.





6. Detach the insulator and remove the muffler.





7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.