Muffler: Service and Repair

Exhaust Muffler Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
2. Remove the frame brace. Service and Repair
3. Remove the spare tire assembly.
4. Remove the rear axle tie rod.
5. Remove the rear axle brace.
6. Remove the shock absorber lower mounting bolts and move aside. Service and Repair
7. Remove the right rear coil spring, if equipped.





8. Remove the nuts that secure the muffler to the catalytic converter.





9. Separate the exhaust system from the exhaust hanger insulators.
10. Remove the muffler assembly.

Installation Procedure





1. Install the muffler assembly to the vehicle and secure with the exhaust system hanger insulators.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the muffler to the catalytic converter and secure with the nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 45 Nm (33 lb ft).

3. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks and underbody contact.
4. Install the right rear coil spring, if equipped.
5. Install the shock absorber lower mounting bolts.
6. Install the rear axle brace.
7. Install the rear axle tie rod.
8. Install the spare tire assembly.
9. Install the frame brace.
10. Lower the vehicle.