Exhaust Muffler Hangers Replacement (Muffler Rear Bracket)

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.

Notice: To prevent internal damage to the flexible coupling of the catalytic converter assembly, the converter must be supported. The vertical movement at the rear of the catalytic converter assembly must not exceed 6 degrees up or down.

2. Suitably support the exhaust system.
3. Remove the exhaust pipe rear hanger insulators from the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.
4. Loosen the outboard rear bumper impact bar bolt.
5. Remove the inboard rear bumper impact bar bolt.
6. Remove the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the inboard rear bumper impact bar bolt.
Tighten the rear bumper impact bar bolts to 25 Nm (18 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the exhaust pipe rear hanger insulators to the exhaust muffler rear hanger bracket.
4. Remove the support from the exhaust system.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.