Tailpipe

TAILPIPE

REMOVAL
5.9L DIESEL
1. Disconnect the battery negative cables.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.
3. Saturate the clamp nuts with heat valve lubricant. Allow 5 minutes for penetration.





4. Disconnect the exhaust tailpipe support hanger isolators.
5. Remove the muffler-to-tailpipe clamps.
6. Remove the tailpipe from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION





1. Install the tailpipe into the muffler.
2. Install the tailpipe hanger rods into the isolators
3. Install the exhaust clamp, align the exhaust system, and tighten the clamp 48 Nm (35 ft. lbs.) torque.
4. Check the exhaust system for contact with the body panels. A minimum of 25.4 mm (1.0 inch) is required between the exhaust system components and body/frame parts. Make the necessary adjustments, if needed.
5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the battery negative cables.
7. Start the engine and inspect for exhaust leaks. Repair exhaust leaks as necessary.