Exhaust Pipe: Service and Repair
Exhaust Flexible Pipe1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. CAUTION: Do not excessively bend or twist the exhaust flexible pipe. Failure to follow these instructions may cause damage to the exhaust flexible pipe.
Support the exhaust flexible pipe with a support wrap or suitable splint.
3. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust flexible pipe-to-muffler assembly nuts.
^ If necessary, install new studs.
^ To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
4. Remove and discard the 2 exhaust flexible pipe-to-converter nuts and remove the exhaust flexible pipe.
^ If necessary, install new studs.
^ To install, tighten to 47 Nm (35 ft. lbs.).
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
^ Install new gaskets and nuts.