Muffler

MUFFLER - COMPONENTS
REMOVAL MAIN MUFFLER
Before starting removal or inspection of exhaust system components, make sure they have sufficiently cooled.

1. Disconnect the main muffler from the center exhaust pipe.


2. Remove the rubber mounting brackets and remove the main muffler.
CENTER EXHAUST PIPE (WITH FRONT MUFFLER)

1. Disconnect the center exhaust pipe (with front muffler) from the exhaust front pipe on one side and from the main muffler on the other side.
2. Remove the rubber mounting brackets, then remove the center exhaust pipe (with front muffler).
EXHAUST FRONT PIPE
1. Remove the bolts securing the exhaust front pipe bracket and disconnect the exhaust front pipe from the catalytic converter.

2. Remove the bolts securing the exhaust front pipe to the center exhaust pipe (with front muffler).
INSTALLATION
1. Install the exhaust system components in the following order: first the exhaust front pipe, then the center exhaust pipe and the main muffler. Temporarily tighten the exhaust system component mountings.
2. Securely tighten the exhaust system component mountings. Make sure the exhaust system components do not contact any body parts of the vehicle.
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