Muffler: Service and Repair

Exhaust Muffler Replacement (With LFA)

Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Exhaust Service Warning (Service Precautions).


1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).




2. Loosen the catalytic converter to muffler clamp bolt (1).
3. Disconnect the muffler assembly from the resonator. Refer to Exhaust Resonator Replacement (2-Mode) (Service and Repair)




4. Lubricate the insulators where the muffler pipe hangers are inserted in order to ease in removal.
5. Remove the insulators from the exhaust system hangers (1, 2, and 3).
6. With the aid of an assistant, remove the muffler pipe assembly from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Lubricate the insulators (1) where the muffler pipe hangers are inserted for ease of installation.

Note: During installation, do not over extend the flex coupler as internal damage may occur.

2. With the aid of an assistant, install the muffler pipe assembly to the exhaust system hangers (1, 2, and 3).
3. Connect the muffler assembly to the resonator. Refer to Exhaust Resonator Replacement (2-Mode) (Service and Repair)





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Position the muffler assembly to the three-way catalytic converter norma clamp bolt (1) and tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb ft).
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Inspect the exhaust system for leaks.