Muffler: Service and Repair

Removal

WARNING: Allow the engine to cool before attempting any exhaust system repair. Hot exhaust system components can cause severe burns.





1. Remove the three bolts.





2. Remove and discard the exhaust converter outlet gasket.





3. Disconnect the RH torsion bar link.
- Remove the nut and position the torsion bar link out of the way.





4. Pry the rear support slide out of the rubber insulator.





5. Pry the double support slides away from the insulators.
6. Remove the muffler. Slide the muffler forward over the rear axle while twisting the muffler until the muffler and tailpipe is removed.

Installation

1. Install the muffler and tailpipe assembly over the rear axle and twist the muffler into position.





2. Note: Before installing the muffler into the rubber insulators, apply a soap solution to the support slides.

Push the double support slides into the rubber insulators.





3. Push the rear support slide into the insulator.





4. Position the RH torsion bar and install the nut.





5. Install a new rear dual exhaust converter outlet gasket.





6. Install the three bolts.