Muffler: Service and Repair

Muffler








REMOVAL

CAUTION: Vehicle components are extremely hot after driving. Be wary of receiving burns from heated parts.

1. Set the vehicle on a lift.
2. Lift up the vehicle.
3. Separate the muffler from rear exhaust pipe.
^ LH side





^ RH side





4. Apply a coat of spray type lubricant to the mating area of cushion rubber.
5. Remove the front and rear cushion rubber, and then remove the muffler.

CAUTION: Be careful not to drop the muffler during removal.

^ LH side





^ RH side





INSTALLATION
Install in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE:
^ Use a new gasket and self-locking nut.
^ After assembling, degrease the lubricant which was applied to the cushion rubber while removing/ installing.

Tightening torque: 48 N�m (4.9 kgf-m, 35.4 ft-lb)
^ LH side





^ RH side





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.