Rear Exhaust Pipe

Rear Exhaust Pipe

REMOVAL

CAUTION: Be careful not to burn yourself, because the exhaust pipe becomes extremely hot after running.

1) Set the vehicle on a lift.
2) Lift up the vehicle.
3) Separate the rear exhaust pipe from front exhaust pipe assembly.





4) Separate the rear exhaust pipe from muffler.

CAUTION: Be careful not to pull down the rear exhaust pipe.








5) Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
6) Remove the rear exhaust pipe bracket from cushion rubber.





INSTALLATION
1) Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
2) Install the rear exhaust pipe bracket to cushion rubber.

NOTE: After assembling, degrease the lubricant which was applied to the cushion rubber while removing/ installing.





3) Install the rear exhaust pipe to muffler.

NOTE: Use a new gasket and self-locking nut.








4) Install the rear exhaust pipe assembly to center exhaust pipe.

NOTE: Use a new gasket.





INSPECTION
1) Check the connections and welds for exhaust leaks.
2) Make sure there are no holes or rusting.
3) Check the cushion rubber for wear or crack.