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Rear Exhaust Pipe

Rear Exhaust Pipe

COMPONENT (Part 1):




COMPONENT (Part 2):





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 center exhaust pipe.





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 to center exhaust pipe.





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.